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Camping in the Chugach. What a backpacking trip!

Explore the heart of Alaska on foot with our collection of backpacking stories, guides, and field notes. This tag gathers posts covering everything from multi-day wilderness expeditions to gear insights, packing tips, and real experiences from the trail. From the tundra routes of the Arctic to the rugged ridgelines of Wrangell–St. Elias and Denali National Parks. These articles offer a closer look at what backpacking in true wilderness is all about.

You’ll find practical advice learned the hard way, reflections from weeks spent in remote terrain, and trip reports that give an honest feel for life on the trail. Whether you’re planning your first Alaska backpacking trip or returning for your tenth, this page serves as a resource for inspiration, preparation, and a deeper understanding of expedition travel.

Monahan Creek, Iceberg to Bremner

A photo from our backpacking trip last week to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve. Charlie was gracious enough to pose for me here on this little ledge, one gorgeous morning on the Iceberg Lake to Bremner Mines trip, the Seven Pass Route, Wrangell St. Elias National Park.

Image of the Month – Hiking at Skolai Pass

Photo of the Month for June, 2010, is this photo of some folks hiking up at Hole in the Wall, near Skolai Pass, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve. I love the sense of scale this photo gives for the peak in the background. This is one of the peaks known as the 7 fingers, glacier-capped outcroppings towering above the tundra. Hole in the Wall is a classic old glacial formation, and a great place to walk and explore; I’ve spend many a day wandering around on the moraine, awestruck at the magnificent jagged cliff faces soaring above me.

Many Rivers to Cross; Expert Guide to Safe Alaska River Crossings

Backcountry river crossings; hiking and backpacking treks in Alaska involve river crossings, and these tips can help the hiker safely ford the cold and fast rivers of the Alaska wilderness.

backpacking campsite on Sanford Plateau in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Alaska.

Choosing Your Backcountry Campsite; Expert Tips for Alaska Wilderness Camping

Backpacking campsites in Alaska. How to choose a low impact campsite in off-trail backpacking and hiking trips and trekking trips in Alaska. Leave No Trace camping in Alaska. Campfires and great views at campsites.

Mount Sanford Wrangell Mountains alpenglow Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Alaska.

Sanford Plateau Backpacking trip, 2009

Hey Folks, Here’s a photo of school teacher Natalie from this past trip. We had a great walk across the Sanford Plateau in July. The weather was awesome, as you can, and we had an absolutely gorgeous evening after dinner up on the Plateau; the sun going down to the north lit up the entire […]

A backpacker wearing a hooded down jacket hiking across Malaspina Glacier, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Alaska.

I’m Done With Fleece – Insulation

I switched from fleece to a Montbell Thermawrap synthetic jacket this season for backpacking. Lightweight, warm, windproof, and stuffable, it outperforms heavier fleece jackets. Great for 3-season use, quick-drying, and compact. Ideal for summer and fall hikes in Alaska, it’s become my go-to layering piece for backcountry adventures.

Backpacking Wrangell-St. Elias National Park

Ready For Summer; Backpacking Season is here

Practical advice on preparing for Alaska’s backpacking season, including daily training, stretching, weight work, hydration, and getting comfortable carrying a loaded pack. A reminder that regular conditioning and properly fitted gear make a huge difference once summer hiking begins.

Backpacking Bremner Mines to Tebay lakes trip review, Wrangell St. Elias National Park Alaska.

Trip Review: Bremner Mines to Tebay Lakes

A highlight of the season was our first Southern Traverse Backpacking Trip. Stunning wildflowers in the Klu River valley, scenic passes like Harry’s Gulch, and dramatic terrain made for an unforgettable 10-day adventure. Challenging yet rewarding, this route promises to become a classic for backcountry hikers and photographers alike.

Mt Drum from the Sanford Plateau

Hey Folks, We just got through a great trip up on the Sanford Plateau, on the north side of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. The hiking was great, the views sublime, and the group awesome. This image is from our campsite on the 2nd night, where we spent 2 full days enjoying the high alpine tundra […]

Hiking hole in the wall skolai Pass goat Trail Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Alaska.

Skolai to Wolverine – The Goat Trail

Backpack the iconic Skolai to Wolverine Goat Trail in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. From glaciers and wildlife to stunning valley vistas, this Alaska adventure offers unforgettable scenery and experiences.

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