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Want to make the most out of an afternoon in the town of Glacier View in the Matanuska Valley? Cross expansive and breathtaking scenery, and with a healthy dose of adrenaline on a 2.5 hour ATV trip near Matanuska Glacier! Throttle near jagged mountainside and climb into the alpine with professional guides on this tour.

Explore Mountain Preserves

This Matanuska ATV tour starts you at the base of Gunsight Mountain, located in the Sheep Mountain Preserve. Climb alongside craggy rock and cross over grassy shelves as you enjoy fields of wildflowers. And, you might get a chance to spot wildlife like Dall Sheep, moose, bears, and migrating song birds. You’ll have a chance to take in the views and even snap a few pictures.

Once you reach the alpine regions of towering rock features and cushion plants you’ll be surrounded by boundless views of valleys and mountains. On a clear day you’ll be able to see features of the Talkeetna Mountains, Chugach Mountains, and Wrangel Mountains. This vista displays mesmerizing landscapes, no matter the direction you look.

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No experience on ATV’s? That’s okay, this trip can be enjoyed by ATV novices and experts alike. Your guide will be able to instruct you on how to operate your personal machinery and answer any questions you may have. Once your helmet and goggles are on, you’ll be off to smiling and laughing while throwing a little dirt into the mix. Explore the best blueberry patches, enjoy local knowledge of the area and trails, and take in the splendor of Alaska!

This experience is offered as a private or semi-private adventure. Curious about customizing? Click here to send us a message.

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Glacier Tours is located 2+ hours north of Anchorage, AK on S Glacier Park Rd. found at Mile 102 of Glenn Highway.

Matanuska Glacier Questions & Answers

Is matanuska glacier open.

Yes, Matanuska Glacier is open for guided tours year-round.

Can you walk on Matanuska Glacier?

During the guided tour, you can walk on the glacier. The tours are about 2-3 hours long. You will walk from the guide shack out to the terminus of the Matanuska Glacier.

Our experienced guides will tell you all about the history of this magnificent glacier and the surrounding landscape.

How far is Matanuska Glacier from Palmer?

The Matanuska Glacier is about a one-hour drive from downtown Palmer. Always give yourself extra time to get to your destination.

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During the guided tour, you can walk on the glacier. The tours are about 2-3 hours long.

You will walk from the lodge out to the terminus of the Matanuska Glacier.

Our experienced guides will tell you about the history of this magnificent glacier as you trek.

In the winter, we can accommodate all ability levels, even those who are unable to walk.

We can accommodate in the summer as well with custom tours but please know the terrain is different; it is uneven ice covered with gravel and rocks.

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Do you want to guide for us send us your resume, applicants must have outdoor experience, hold a current cpr/aed and first aid certification, and be able to withstand harsh conditions in a flexible environment., please submit resume and cover letter to [email protected]. .

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Hop on an ATV or UTV and explore the back country of the Matanuska Valley.  Come play in the mud.  If you’re near Glacier View, near the Matanuska Glacier, enjoy this ATV tour as part of your adventure.

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Enjoy Alaska ATV Adventure Tour from one of the top ATV and UTV Adventure companies in Alaska.  This Alaska ATV Adventure Tour activity usually goes side by side with Matanuska Glacier activities including ice climbing and glacier trekking , and maybe even some helicopter action.

Alaska Adventure ATV Tours explores back country terrain so as to supply you with a healthy dose of adrenaline. Gain elevation into the Matanuska Valley by rocky river side and climb dirt trails on ATV or UTV with professional guides and equipment.

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What to Expect

This tour is perfect for all types of groups, this is an exploration experience made for all. Ride up berms, take steep terrain by storm, and let the smiles grow while throttling through mud. This exploration gives grit and layers of dirt to any rider.

• Personal ATV (16 and older)
• UTV Driven by Guide
• Professional Guide
• Vehicle Operation Instruction
• Riverside Driving
• Matanuska Valley Exploration
• Private Tours
• Family Tours
• Group Tours
• Glacier Views
• Helmet and Safety Goggles
• Half Day Experience
• Peak Views of Matanuska Valley
• Local Knowledge of History and Terrain
• Wildlife Sightings
• Variety of Trail Options

View of the Chugach Mountains from the trail

Whether speed is the need or taking in the majestic views of the Matanuska Valley, there is a route for everyone. Find hidden gems in the coniferous forest mountain sides. You will work on riding skills and create confidence.  Alaska has a lot to explore, so taking this adventure with a little horse power will make the most of any trip.

Enjoy privacy and seclusion of back country trails to take in the glacially carve valley. The raw elements are waiting to be discovered, what are you waiting for? If under 16 years old or looking to be a passenger on this adventure, UTV options with a professional guide are perfect.

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The Matanuska Glacier, located two hours northeast of Anchorage, is Alaska’s most accessible glacier, and a popular destination for visitors. With an experienced local guide, walk on the amazing blue ice of this massive glacier, capture incredible photos as you explore the area in a small group of no more than six adventurers per group in our Matanuska Glacier Tour.

Includes round-trip transportation from Anchorage.

Trip Highlights

• Walk on the ice with an experienced glacier guide!
• Discover wonderful photo opportunities of the stunning blue ice.
• All trips are grouped for six adventurers per guide.
• All glacier hiking equipment is provided
• Hotel pick up and drop off is included from Anchorage

What's Included

• Fully-guided glacier tour
• Professional Alaska tour guide
• Transportation from Anchorage in a clean and comfortable vehicle
• All glacier equipment
• Lunch, snacks, and water

Departure Time

• Departure time: between 7:30-8 a.m. Your guide will contact you between 7-7:30 a.m. with an exact pick up time.
• Duration: 8 Hours

NOT INCLUDED: Guide gratuity (10% of tour price per person recommended)

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• Minimum age to join the Matanuska Glacier Tour is eight years old. For those with younger individuals, explore our Private Matanuska Glacier tour option.
• All participants should wear sturdy, stiff-soled footwear for this tour. No exceptions.
• Pick up is only available at Anchorage hotels. We do not pick up at private residences, vacation rentals (i.e. Airbnb or VRBO), or from Alyeska Resort. Guests at these locations may meet at our midtown headquarters (854 E 36th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503), or from the nearest hotel. Please contact us for further information (phone 907-980-8179).
• $325 per person + taxes & fees

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Your daylong experience will start with a scenic drive along the Glenn Highway from Anchorage, with magnificent views of the Chugach and Talkeetna mountain ranges. Your guide will provide opportunities for photo stops, and share the interesting history and geology of this stunning area.

Upon arrival at the Matanuska Glacier, your guide will assist you in donning ice cleats and a helmet and give some safety instructions before heading out on the glacier’s icy surface to begin our explorations. Generally, tours cover up to three miles of terrain and involve walking on uneven ground, stepping up and over obstacles, and navigating small streams. Your guide will explain in detail the origins of these rivers of ice, and point out the ever-changing ice formations that dominate the landscape.

After your hike, enjoy lunch at a local eatery with plenty of time to relax and share stories of your day spent on the glacier.

Each tour is customized to suit the interests and abilities of guests. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to walk on a glacier!

Interested in a private experience? Learn more about planning a private Anchorage tour for your close friends and family. This experience is also available as a public Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour .

In an effort to reduce our footprint, we are no longer providing single-use plastic water bottles. Please bring a reusable water bottle! Fresh Alaskan water will be available to you throughout your tour.

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We provide the necessary equipment for all tours. Please come prepared with the necessary layers and sturdy footwear.

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We include Anchorage hotel pick up on all tours that we operate.

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• Bev As a solo traveler I usually veer towards group tours and make my decisions based on ratings. Greatland Adventures definitely lived up to their high ratings and awesome reviews. I have booked several tours with them. From the beginning it was a pleasurable experience with Steve and Rochelle who have excellent communication with their clients and ensure you are fully accommodated for your tour. I did the northern lights tour with Mike who is an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable and he captured some excellent photos of me! I completed the glacier tour with Bill who is also very knowledgeable and ensured we had a great experience at the glacier by getting us there before others arrived and allowing us to safe explore all the accessible crevasses. I absolutely recommend this tour company they are amazing!
• Jane I want to sincerely applaud the members of Greatland Adventures! They made me and my friend's trip to Anchorage one of the most amazing experiences ever in our lives... We were all well educated about the lights before we got there and even had a chance to have a pitstop at a gas station to use the toilet and grab a coffee. We even saw the lights that night TWICE! Thank you, Steve! The memories we made will last a lifetime and we are so happy we chose Greatland Adventures. I am telling any and everyone that plans to visit Anchorage to book through them. No question!

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An Epic Guide to Visiting Matanuska Glacier in Alaska

June 1, 2024.

In my opinion, a glacier hike is easily one of the best things to do in Alaska! Matanuska Glacier is an incredible place to visit during your trip to Alaska. Matanuska is the largest glacier in the U.S. that can be reached by vehicle and makes for a great day trip from Anchorage . The glacier is 27 miles long, four miles wide and has a river running underneath.

The glacier is shrinking about a foot per year, but still has a long life span ahead of it. (It is not shrinking nearly as quickly as many other glaciers in Alaska at this time.) Whether it is shrinking or not, the glacier is always changing. A visit here is an amazing addition to your Alaska itinerary .

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How to get to matanuska glacier, when to visit matanuska glacier, how to visit matanuska glacier, other things to know about visiting matanuska glacier, go ice climbing, enjoy the views along glenn highway, hike lion’s head, take a helicopter ride, take an atv tour, go white water rafting on the matanuska river, final thoughts.

Matanuska Glacier is located two hours from Anchorage and a little over an hour from Palmer. If you tour with Glacier Tours, you will turn off the Glenn Highway at mile 102. You will then take a bumpy, windy, unpaved road 2 miles to reach the check-in at the Glacier Tour office.

Download offline maps before your trip, as there is not reliable cell service and the road is not well marked. After the 2 miles of potholes, you will reach the office and entry gate to the ticketed road to the glacier.

You can take a tour on Matanuska Glacier year round! In the summer, which is when I visited, the weather can be very warm. You’ll want to wear some layers and be sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses and hiking shoes.

In the winter, the weather is much colder but you’ll likely be able to explore ice caves! Be sure to dress properly with insulated layers, gloves, wool socks and more to stay warm if you visit in the winter. The highway to reach the glacier is maintained throughout the winter but still be sure to check conditions before making the drive.

In the past, visitors were able to explore Matanuska Glacier without a guide. However, starting in 2021 only guided tours are permitted. My guide explained that previous self-guided visitors would require rescue after entering dangerous areas of the glacier. While it’s unfortunate that a few people ruined it for everyone else, I certainly think it is still worth visiting with a guide!

There are a few different tour companies that operate tours on the glacier. I did my tour with Glacier Tours but other operators include MICA Guides and Nova Alaska . You can book your tour over text but they also were accepting walk-ins during my visit.

When you arrive, you will check in at the office and then drive another couple miles past the gate up to the glacier. At that point, they provided us with micro-spikes and helmets before venturing out on the tour.

The first part of the tour is on dirt before you reach the ice. It looks like you are on solid ground, but the dirt is actually on top of the ice, and the sand can move under your feet. There were also several metal grates to walk over that marked the trail and kept you from stepping on fragile plantlife.

When you reach the bare glacier ice, you will put on your spikes and get to explore. The glacier has many cravasses and areas of thin ice, so it is important to watch where you’re going and listen carefully to the guide.

One of the most interesting things about the glacier is that it is always changing. The guides completely change their routes depending on the season and even the day. If you visit in the winter, the landscape is completely different and you’ll likely get to explore ice caves.

Throughout the tour, you will have an opportunity to drink refreshing glacial water, learn about the geology of the glacier and explore the many beautiful ice features that it has to offer. Hiking on a glacier is such a special experience and should definitely be on your bucket list!

• The tour with Glacier Tours lasts about 2-3 hours.
• You should be prepared for an easy to moderate hike of a couple miles. All ages and abilities are welcome on the glacier and the guides may take a slightly easier or more difficult route depending on the abilities of each group.
• Remember to tip your tour guide!

Nearby Matanuska Glacier

While Matanuska Glacier makes a great day trip from Anchorage on it's own, there are several other fun activities nearby if you have more time!

If you’re interested in learning how to ice climb, Mica Guides offers a tour for beginners! This full day tour includes a 5 mile hike and 3-4 climbs per person that will get progressively more challenging throughout the day.

The drive between Anchorage and the glacier along the Glenn Highway offers many incredible views. You will see the Matanuska River framed by the Chugach Mountains to the south and the Talkeetna Mountains to the north. There are a few opportunities to pull off to the side of the road and take in the views.

The hike to Lion’s Head gives you an amazing view above Matanuska Glacier. The mountain is privately owned by AT&T, so you will need to call to let them know you’re hiking there. There is a phone number on the gate. The trail is 2.1 miles with 990 feet of elevation gain and rated hard. The hike is quite steep and the trail is not super well marked, so come prepared and know your abilities.

Mica Guides offers a few different options for seeing Matanuska Glacier from above and enjoying the area by helicopter. You can take a scenic flight or do a helicopter landing on the glacier and continue exploring by foot. Flying over a glacier in Alaska is sure to make for a memorable experience.

Another tour near Matanuska Glacier is an ATV adventure with Glacier View ATV Tours . They offer 3 hour tours through the trails of the Glacier View on either an ATV or a UTV. UTV’s hold more passengers and are a good option if you aren't interested in driving an ATV but still want to go on the adventure.

The Matanuska River has a range of rapid difficulties, from easy class II to rapids that are class III - IV. Nova Alaska is one company that offers guided river trips that last overnight. This is an incredible way to enjoy the beauty of the Chugach and Talkeetna Mountains and explore the valley that has been carved by glacier ice.

An adventure on the largest North American glacier accessible by car should definitely be on your Alaska bucket list! I hope this guide helps you know what to expect when you plan your visit.

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Visiting Matanuska Glacier: Your two best options

Last Updated on April 10, 2024

Matanuska Glacier is the easiest glacier to get to in Alaska that you can actually walk on – no flight or long gravel road to get there! This makes it one of the most popular glaciers to visit in Alaska and while you can see it from the Glenn Highway , you’ll need to be on a guided tour to step onto this stunning glacier.

I’m a former Alaskan and a current Alaska guide and trip planner as well as the host of the Alaska Uncovered Podcast . I love helping people find the best itinerary and adventures for them on their trip to Alaska. In this article I’ll give you the best two options in my opinion for experiencing Matanuska Glacier. Both of the companies I recommend are small local Alaskan businesses with excellent guides.

Can you walk on Matanuska Glacier without a tour?

While you can see the Matanuska Glacier from the Glenn Highway, if you want to explore Matanuska Glacier on foot you need to be on a guided tour. There are several options, the two I recommend are described in detail below.

The land around the glacier is private property and at the time of this writing the owner of the property only allows access by tour.

I do not recommend hiking on or around any glacier without a guide, but on Matanuska Glacier it’s not optional.

How hard is it to walk on a glacier?

When you go on a glacier tour with a guide, they will provide you with spikes or crampons to attach to your boots to walk safely on the ice. It will still be slower walking than on pavement, but you don’t want to move fast anyway since you’ll be taking so many photos.

Be prepared to walk for a couple of miles over uneven ice. In a typical two hour experience on the glacier, you will probably walk a mile or two depending on the conditions. You’ll be stopping constantly for photos so you’ll appreciate the slow pace.

Make sure to follow your guides directions about where you can and cannot walk. This is for your safety as glacier travel is something to take seriously and your guide will know how to keep you safe.

Restrooms are available before you start your hike out onto the glacier, but there are no restroom facilities on the glacier itself.

How do you get to Matanuska Glacier from Anchorage?

Matanuska Glacier is about 100 miles from Anchorage along the Glenn Highway which goes from Palmer to Glennallen.

No matter how you get to the Matanuska Glacier, it will be a full day adventure. If you are driving yourself, allow 2.5 hours to get there (not including stops or weather/construction delays).

What is the best time of year to hike on Matanuska Glacier?

I personally love doing this in winter, especially late winter (February and March) when temperatures are generally a bit less frigid and there are more hours of daylight.

The tour companies I recommend below offer tours in both winter and summer. Sometimes there is a transition time in fall and spring when the Matanuska Glacier is not safe to access and tours may not be offered.

You can definitely count on being able to do this tour November through March (winter) and late May through September (summer).

Best Matanuska Glacier full service tour from Anchorage

If you are staying and Anchorage and don’t have a car, or if you want to let someone else do the driving (especially in winter on the winding Glenn Highway) and you want a small group experience, then Greatland Adventures is the way to go.

Greatland will pick you up at your downtown Anchorage hotel (or at their office if you’re staying further from town) and take you out for an amazing day where you don’t have to think about a thing while exploring Matanuska Glacier.

With a guide ratio of 6:1 and lunch and snacks included, you will have an amazing day on this tour whether you choose a summer or winter tour. Greatland also offers private tours.

Listen to Steve from Greatland Adventures share about this tour on the podcast:

Best diy or self drive tour of matanuska glacier.

If you’re driving yourself and don’t mind a bit more of a DIY experience with a larger group but a lower price point, I recommend Glacier Tours .

Glacier Tours is located at Matanuska Glacier and does NOT provide transportation. Especially in winter, give yourself plenty of time (at least 2.5 hours) to get there from Anchorage. The road from the Glenn Highway down to the gate is only a mile but it is very steep and winding and gravel, take it slow!

Glacier Tours have a guide ratio of 18:1 and do not provide food. Their excellent guides will still show you an amazing time and do a good job of not giving you plenty of attention, even in a slightly bigger group. This is still a small group size compared to many other types of tours in Alaska.

If you’re self sufficient for driving and eating and are working on a budget, this is a great option for you in summer or winter (extra caution on the access road in winter).

What do you need to wear to hike on a glacier?

Your guide will provide spikes or crampons for your shoes and any other specific gear. You need to make sure that you have boots or very sturdy shoes- hiking boots, rubber boots or winter snow boots. Without this, you won’t have anything to attach your spikes or crampons to.

You’ll also want sunglasses no matter what the weather, any time of year. You’ll also want rain gear or snow gear depending on the time of year and sunscreen unless it’s the dead of winter.

The rain gear provides a nice sliding surface for the ice slides (super fun!) and protects you from wind even on a sunny day. Matanuska Glacier is often quite windy and the weather can change rapidly so you will definitely want this.

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• Clock Duration: 4 – 8 hours
• User Age Requirement: Ages 8+

Adventures on the Matanuska Glacier

Bring your family or friends out for a day of trekking on the beautiful Matanuska Glacier. Just about anyone can enjoy a Glacier Trek with our experienced guides.

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No experience necessary!

What to Expect:

• Four hours in total, with an average of three hours on the Matanuska Glacier
• Guide narration of exciting glacial features and stunning views from a high point in the ice fall
• Instruction on proper crampon walking techniques (crampons and helmets provided by MICA Guides)

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This activity is for anyone and everyone. Young or old. Experienced riders or novice. Ride for a few hours or go all day long. Take beaten down trails and paths or go off-roading. Follow creek and streams through rolling forests. Whatever you do, make sure you choose your ATV tour according to how YOU want to explore Alaska!

Choose a guided ATV tour and explore some of the best views around. Or, for those who are a little more adventurous, choose an off-road tour. Not constricted to a path, you’ll navigate through rough terrain, meanwhile taking in spectacular views all around you.

If riding on a guided tour doesn’t sound like the day for you, there is always a rental option. Renting an ATV lets you ride in your own way, on your own time.  Additionally, all of these options are incredible ways to get out and see parts of Alaska that the everyday tourist don’t get to.

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Glacier View ATV Tours features some of the Matanuska Valley’s best views possible.  Take a ride through the forests and streams of Alaska’s wilderness until you reach a beautiful view.  Your fun and safety conscious guides are there to make sure you have the best experience possible.  Pick a Tour and get started today.  Book below, or visit the website at AK Mountain Tours

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Knik Glacier ATV Tour

Lunch by glacial lake, availability.

March – October

16+ w/ Driver License and Accompanied by an Adult

No Age Restrictions

“WOW! Just WOW! What an amazing experience today traveling by ATV to the Knik Glacier and back! ”

“the views were incredible, the food was delicious and the company is an amazing, family owned business their love for their job and alaska really shine highly recommend to anyone”, “the knik glacier was absolutely stunning words cannot express how beautiful and impressive it was.”, “must do  100% awesome we saw moose, sheep & eagles.  the campfire lunch at the glacier was sooo good ”, book your knik glacier adventure while it’s still available, driver: $389, passenger: $249.

For those adventurous souls that are ready to spend an entire day exploring Alaska’s beauty, our backcountry  ATV tour  to  Knik Glacier  is an unbeatable experience. Your adventure begins alongside the iconic Pioneer Peak as you wind your way down wooded paths & splash through puddles. As you enter the Knik River Valley you’ll be treated to expansive views of the Chugach Mountains. This tour takes you on the ultimate adventure through Alaska’s remote backcountry.

Our expert guides will lead you across beautiful meadows, along streams, and past scenic mountains and waterfalls to the ultimate sight of Alaska’s mighty Knik Glacier.

Once you’ve arrived at the toe of the Knik Glacier you’ll have time to soak in stunning views of the 27 mile long glacier. Skip rocks or polar plunge into the cold waters of the Knik’s iceberg filled lake. Before setting off on an equally stunning ride back to base; refuel with a hot lunch cooked by your guides campfire style. This full-day tour lasts 6-8 hours and is amazing for adults and adventures kids (with a licensed adult driver) alike! Don’t forget your camera, as you’re sure to witness wildlife and scenery like you’ve never seen before!

Take a peek at our Past Knik Glacier Tours

You’ll experience Alaska like you’ve never seen it as you fly down the remote glaciated Knik River Valley. Enjoy lunch campfire style along the Knik’s iceberg filled lake & take a polar plunge into it’s cold waters. See what some of our past guests have experienced!

Provided with Your ATV Tour:

With alaska backcountry adventure tours…it’s all included.

Alaska Backcountry Adventure Tours proudly provides the NEWEST and easily one of the LARGEST ATV/UTV fleets in Alaska. With BRAND NEW machines every year, you can count on a reliable, safe and comfortable adventure. Every tour also includes all the gear you will need to keep you comfortable on the trail!

You’ll be riding our brand new Can-Am machines. We have UTV’s that seat 4 or 6 as well single person ATV’s

Helmet & Goggles

In the summer you’ll also be provided with a dust mask to help keep dust and mud off your face!

Jacket & Rain Pants

On our tours you’ll be cruising through water, also it’s Alaska so it might be raining. We provide all rain gear to ensure you stay dry!

Boots & Gloves

Your hands and feet are important. We’ll make sure they stay dry and warm through all the adventuring!

Safety Briefing

Our expert guides make sure you’re prepared for the trail: General Safety Info, Riding Techniques, Wildlife Protocol

Check in Time

Check in location, 3901 s lindsey cir, palmer, ak 99645, requirements.

Our UTVs/SxS’s do not require prior experience! But you must have previous ATV riding experience to rent one of our ATVs. Riding an ATV requires coordinated physical input & you need to use your body to be actively involved with the steering and driving of the ATV for proper operation. Please note that the maximum amount of weight an ATV can accommodate is 400 pounds.

Reservation Policy

Due to limited capacity, advance reservations are highly recommended. If booking by phone, a credit card is required to confirm and hold your reservation at time of booking. Payment is due upon check-in at our office. We accept cash, check, Visa, M/C , American Express or Discover. Cancel up to 30 days prior to tour date with no penalty.

Guide Gratuity

Guide gratuities are not included in the tour price. Tipping is not expected but it is very much appreciated. Our guides work hard to ensure a safe & fun adventure for for all our guests! If you feel you’ve received a 5 star experience we hope you’ll consider showing your appreciation!

Round trip Transportation is available

Round trip transportation between Anchorage and our Palmer office is available for an additional $240 for up to 5 People.

Have more than 5 people? Group transportation can be arranged!

Please call our office for pickup times and additional transfer information!

“The full day Knik Glacier tour? Beyond Amazing. Over, under and through everything on the trails and a fantastic hot lunch at the Glacier . Definitely once in a lifetime! You’ll be tired, sore and wet but at the end of the day, you’ll leave wanting to come back. Thanks Maddie and Dan!”

Uncharted Experience

Looking for a full day, fast paced utv experience our uncharted experience is the perfect fit, glacier view atv tour, only have a half day to spend with us this 3-4 hour adventures takes you on an exciting adventure to a beautiful view of the knik glacier, 10% off your stay after booking your tour with us.

We have cottages on the property and are located in an ideal location to enjoy all the Matsu Valley has to offer!

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Moose Alley Riders ATV Club

Meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of the month; Alternating between Bingham Town Hall and Solon Fire House, Solon.

Trails are located in Bingham, Solon, Moscow, Kingsbury, and Pleasant Ridge Plt.

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PO Box 387 Bingham, ME 04920

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207-431-4982

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207-399-72398

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Club Sponsors

Bingham motor inn.

PO Box 683, Route 201 Bingham, ME 04920

207-672-4135

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PO BOX 164 Waterville, ME 04901

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Kelly's Landing Restaurant

33 Thornton Ferry Z Amherst, NH 03031

207-695-4438

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209 Drury RD Solon, ME 04979

207-776-3172

Happy Horseshoes Campground

1100 Long Falls Dam Road Lexington TWP, ME 04961

207-628-3471

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PO BOX 435 Bingham, ME 04920

207-672-5551

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PO Box 302 Bingham, ME 04920

207-672-4951

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17 Old Waterville RD. Oakland, ME 04963

207-431-3396

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PO Box 633 Bingham, ME 04920

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207-240-2365

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PO Box 505 Skowhegan, ME 04976

207-474-3303

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207-649-7294

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529 Parkman Hill RD Solon, ME 04979

207-431-8147

Huff Forest Products

284 North Road Detroit, ME 04929

207-487-3338

Limited Edition Farm

223 S. Main ST Solon, ME 04979

207-653-8250

201 Power Sports

29 Main Street Bingham, ME 04920

207-672-3773

Griswolds Country Store

112 Maine ST Solon, ME 04979

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1653 Long Falls Dam Road Lexington TWP, ME 04961

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