Camping — Explore — Visit Girdwood

Portage Pass Trail

Portage Pass Hike is a A 2-mile one-way trail, with a 750-foot elevation gain, that rewards visitors with awe-inspiring views of glaciers, mountains, and a pristine lake. Trailhead is accessed via Whittier Tunnel to Prince William Sound.

Girdwood Forest Fair

The Girdwood Forest Fair is a family fair that has become an annual event in the resort town of Girdwood, Alaska located 36 miles south of Anchorage. It features Alaskan artists, hand-crafted items, exotic foods and entertainers from all over Alaska.

The Local Scoop, PlayPatty WilbanksJune 6, 2023Alyeska Hotel Parade, Alyeska, Party, Events, Event, Blueberry, Festival, Local Crafts, Contests, Band, Bands, Music, Live Music, Shop, Vendors, Forest Fair, Entertainment, Beer, Drinks, Food, Fun, Camping

Crow Creek Gold Mine

Crow Creek Gold Mine is located in Girdwood and is opened to the public in the summer/fall for gold panning, tours, camping and a weekly Salmon Bake

Play, Stay, EatPatty WilbanksMarch 29, 2022Crow Creek Gold MineWeddings, Wedding, Photo, Gold, Gold Paning, Gold Mine, Historical, Wedding Venue, Sightsee, Sightseeing, Events, Event Rental, Camping, RV, Tent, Tents, RVs, Campers, Camp, Salmon, Salmon Bake, Food, Banquet, Gold Panning, salmon bake

RV Camping on the Turnagain Arm

RV Camping on the Turnagain Arm which is south of Anchorage towards Girdwood and Whittier, Alaska. There are multiple places to camp but very few facilities such as electricity and dump station

The Local Scoop, PlayPatty WilbanksJanuary 28, 2022RV Camping, RV Park, RV, Camping, Seward Highway, Portage, Portage Valley, Picnic, Pad, wildlife, Bike path, Tent, tents, Campers, camping, Explore, Glacier, Hiking

Upper Winner Creek Trail

A hiking and expert biking trail that is 14 miles round trip to Berry Pass. The majestic views from the pass are some of the best in all of South Central Alaska.

Girdwood Parks and Recreation

Girdwood Parks and Recreation maintains the community’s public parks, trails, and amenities. Girdwood Parks and Recreation issues permit for use of the Girdwood Community Room, Marlow Pavilion, and local trails, as well as the walk-in tent campground.

Service, PlayBriceSeptember 28, 2020Parks, Recreation, Trails, Trail Bikes, Campgrounds, Ball Field, Soccer Field, Town Square, Skate Park, Disc Golf Course, Tents, Winner Creek Trail, Hiking, Trail, Playground, Government, Municipality, Local, Community, Meeting Place, Gatherings, Kid, Exercise, Kid Friendly, Gov/NP, Rentals, Rental, Camping

Chugach Adventure Guides

Chugach Adventure Guides is your premier guide company in Girdwood. We offer Kayaking, Overnight Camping, White water rafting, Glacier Trekking, Glacier Salmon Bakes, and Heli Hiking Options in the Chugach National Forest. We also provide logistical and safety support for film, photoshoots, and other production projects as needed throughout Alaska.

PlayPatty WilbanksAugust 30, 2020Adventure, Kayak, Rafting, Camping, Helicopter Glacier, Glacier, Day Tours, Multi-Day, Chugach, Iceberg, Easy Rafting, Type 5, White water rafting, Lodge, Glaciers, Hiking, Crow Pass Article, Winter, Hike

Alaska Wild Guides

Alaska Wild Guides offers a range of different tours from snowmobile tours to jet ski trips. Experience the beauty of Prince William Sound, Alaska, and the majestic glaciers from your own personal watercraft.

PlayPatty WilbanksAugust 26, 2020Day Tours, Glaciers, Wild, Guides, Alaska, Jet Ski, Jet Skiing, Snowmobile, Snow Machine, Prince William Sound, wildlife viewing, Wildlife Viewing, Camping, Multi-Day

Crow Pass

Crow Pass Trail is one of the best hikes in the Chugach Mountains. It’s part of the original Iditarod trail with breathtaking scenery. On the 21-mile hike, you will see glaciers, mine ruins, wildlife, lakes, and rivers. Great for mulit-day trip or smaller out and back hikes.

Explore

Visit Girdwood

Live & Community

Follow