Snowshoeing · Anchorage
How to choose
Guided snowshoeing outings from Anchorage cost between 113 € and 176 €, with durations running from 3h to 6h. The most affordable and shortest option starts at 113 € for a 3-hour beginner excursion to Glen Alps with Go Hike Alaska. If you prefer an evening experience, two outings focus on the northern lights, ranging from 175 € to 176 € and lasting between 5h and 6h. Outings rated “Everybody welcome” cost 175 € and run from 4h to 6h, including an excursion organised near Anchorage with meeting points located in Palmer. The overall rating across all excursions reaches 5/5 based on 11 reviews. Choose the 3-hour trek to Glen Alps for a quick introductory hike, or book a 5h to 6h night outing if you want to look for the northern lights.
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Our picks
From Anchorage: Glen Alps Beginner's Snowshoeing Adventure
Priced at 113 €, this 3-hour outing is the cheapest and shortest option available.
Northern Lights snowshoe adventure departing from Anchorage, Alaska
This northern lights snowshoe excursion lasts 6h and costs 175 €.
Guided family snowshoe hike in the Alaskan wilderness, near Anchorage
A 4-hour guided hike near Anchorage rated “Everybody welcome” for 175 €.
Frequently asked questions
When are snowshoeing tours available around Anchorage?
The season runs from December to March.
How much does a snowshoe excursion cost?
Prices range from 113 € for a 3-hour trip up to 176 € for a 5-hour evening trek.
What is the physical level required?
Two guided tours are rated “Everybody welcome”, lasting from 4h to 6h.
In which language are the excursions guided?
English is offered on two excursions run by Adventures by True North AK.
Where do the snowshoeing excursions meet?
Adventures by True North AK schedules meetings in Palmer, at 7450 E Blue Lupine Dr. or N Loma Prieta Dr., while other tours head to Glen Alps or leave from Anchorage.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11.2 °C | 69.6 mm | Good |
| February | -8.9 °C | 67.3 mm | Good |
| March | -4.2 °C | 52.8 mm | Good |
| April | 0.6 °C | 44 mm | Poor |
| May | 6.4 °C | 52.6 mm | Off season |
| June | 11.4 °C | 51.2 mm | Off season |
| July | 14.8 °C | 92.7 mm | Off season |
| August | 13.8 °C | 152.9 mm | Off season |
| September | 6.3 °C | 109 mm | Off season |
| October | -0.9 °C | 123.5 mm | Off season |
| November | -10 °C | 95.6 mm | Possible |
| December | -10.3 °C | 106.4 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear breathable thermal base layers, waterproof trousers, warm gloves, and a winter hat.
Getting there
Check your booking details carefully, as departures with Adventures by True North AK meet directly in Palmer at 7450 E Blue Lupine Dr. or N Loma Prieta Dr. rather than central Anchorage.
See also
Updated September 2026