1. PLACES / SPENCER GLACIER
Take the Alaska Railroad and hike to this remote destination which features a massive wall of ice sliding into a lake surrounded by the colors of the fall.   Submitted by Joe Linehan

Cell Receptions

None

ADA Accessible

No

Open Season

FallSummer

Stroller Friendly

No

Terrain Type

Mixed

Water Fountain

No

Bathrooms

Yes

Pet Friendly

No

Fee

$0.00

Nearby convenience store

No

Camping Nearby

Yes

Emergency support within 5 miles

No

Trail Length/Type

1.30 mi., Out & Back

Helpful Trail Information

Creek / River, Lake, Viewpoint, and Wildlife Viewing The trail leads to Spencer Lake for spectacular glacier viewing. The area is open to overnight use by either staying at the Spencer Bench Cabin (5.4 mile hike), dispersal camping outside the Developed Recreation area, or in the group campground. There is a 1.7 mile trail that extends from Spencer Lake to Spencer Glacier.

Parking Details

Visit https://www.alaskarailroad.com for more information on tickets. You may need to open up a lemonade stand to save up for this one, but well worth it!

Elevation gain

200 ft.