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Hikers pause for a photo with Pioneer Peak in the background.
The Butte summit is known to be windy, a true Palmer experience.
The stair section on the Butte.
Hikers pause for a photo opportunity with the Knik Glacier in the background.
The summit offers a great chance to soak in Knik Glacier views and learn about glaciology of the valley.

Palmer Alaska Hike and History Trip

By Revel Treks and Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$229 per adult
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Overview

Join us for a guided hike that combines outdoor adventure with learning. We'll explore a glacial outwash plain, discussing what the landscape looks like today and how we can tell that glaciers were here long ago. Following our introduction to glaciers we will hike 1.5 miles up Bodernburg Butte, a local landmark with an 800-foot summit. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Knik Glacier (weather pending) and discover the region's geological transformation on this educational outing.

Our local guides will offer insight into the history of the area. From the geological transformation to the trees and flowers of the boreal forest - guests will immerse themselves in the storey of Palmer.

At the summit, we'll identify clues that tell us glaciers were here before and learn how the Butte exists in an otherwise flat valley. On a clear day we'll enjoy views of the Knik Glacier, both the Knik and Matanuska rivers as well as the Chugach and Talkeetna mountains.

Activity location

  • Palmer
    • Palmer, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Palmer Visitor Information Center
    • 723-799 South Valley Way
    • 99645, Palmer, Alaska, United States

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Palmer Alaska Hike and History Trip
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$228.63 x 1 AdultAU$228.63
Total
Price is AU$228.63
Until Wed, 11 June

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedWater
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedTrekking Poles (as needed)
  • What's includedWhat's includedTrip Photos
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal Purchases
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Palmer
  • 40m
We will meet at the Palmer Visitor Centre and review our plans for the day. From here we will hop in the vehicle and visit a glacial outwash plain where we will discuss the glaciers that carved the Matanuska Valley.
Bodenburg Butte
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
We will then head to Bodenburg Butte, a local landmark, ascending about 800 feet to the summit. We'll take pauses along the way to discuss flora, fauna and the boreal forest. At the summit we'll take an extended break soaking in views of the Knik Glacier and surrounding mountain ranges (as weather permits). The Butte is a local favourite - a moderate hike with rewarding views. While visitors could opt to hike this landmark independently, our local guides will offer insight into the history of the area. From the geological transformation to the trees and flowers of the boreal forest - guests will immerse themselves in the storey of Palmer. At the summit, we'll identify clues that tell us glaciers were here before and learn how the Butte exists in an otherwise flat valley. On a clear day we'll enjoy views of the Knik Glacier, both the Knik and Matanuska rivers as well as the Chugach and Talkeetna mountains.
Palmer
  • 20m
After climbing Bodenburg Butter, we will descend the same trail, making our way back to the trailhead. We'll return to the Palmer Visitor Centre and make recommendations for other things to do in the Palmer area.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPalmer
    • Palmer, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPalmer Visitor Information Center
    • 723-799 South Valley Way
    • 99645, Palmer, Alaska, United States

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