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Half Day Root Glacier Hike

5.0(22)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 22 reviews5 hBy McCarthy River Tours
Half Day Root Glacier Hike

About this activity

Tour Highlights

~Interpretive Walking Tour through the Historic Kennicott Mining Town

~Soaring Glacial & Mountain Vistas

~Hike on the White Ice of the Root Glacier

~Explore Unique Glacial Features (Blue Pools, Moulins, Crevasses)

~Drink from a Glacial Stream

~Unbeatable Views of the Stairway Icefall

What's included

  • ✓Private transportation
  • ✓Local guide
  • ✓Trekking Poles (by request)
  • ✓Private tours
  • ✓Crampons

Not included

  • ✕Lunch or Snacks
  • ✕Water Bottle
  • ✕Sturdy Hiking Shoes or Boots
  • ✕Sunglasses & Sunscreen (Even if it is Cloudy!)
  • ✕Rain Gear (Top & Bottom)
  • ✕Backpack
  • ✕Camara
  • ✕Lightweight Gloves
  • ✕A Tip for your Guide! (10-20% of trip cost is recommended)

Meeting and pickup

  • Our Adventure Office is located on the West Side of the Kennicott River, Just one stop before the Kennicott River Footbridge. Please arrive at our office no later than 15 minutes prior to trip departure. We have free onsite parking for our tour guests.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • Dress code is outdoors ready, participants should bring sunglasses, gloves and rain gear and dress appropriately for the temperature.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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