Exposure Alaska offers backpacking adventures as part of its Alaska adventure tour packages. Backpacking in Alaska is unlike anywhere else in the world. This beautiful state has so much to offer!

Alaska is very big, 663,300 sq miles to be exact, and most of it is remote. Because of its vastness, it has certain characteristics that come into play while considering a hiking or backpacking trip. One of the first challenges happens before you even set foot in the forest or onto a mountain, and that’s getting prepared. Much of the hiking in Alaska doesn’t take place on a well-beaten trail.

Because of this, you have to be a self-sufficient hiker. Even some of the most experienced hikers consider navigating this backcountry challenging.  That is why Exposure Alaska offers some of the best Backpacking in Alaska, and allows you to hike with experienced wilderness experts.

Planning is key, especially if you’re finding yourself in a very remote location. Most of the time, you’re dependent on what you bring with you. Food, water, and clothing, including weather-resistant outerwear and thermal layers, are just a few of the things to consider. Plotting your trip on a map is key to finding the best way to the top.  While you will have to pack much of what you bring, we offer

As you plan, always consider your surroundings. The terrain in Alaska is ever-changing. You most likely will not keep the pace that you expect, so you should always add more time to your trip than you first expect. From muddy slopes, plush tundra, dense brush, vast coastlines, and cold glacial areas, you’ll emerge different from how you began.

Lastly, don’t forget to expect the unexpected. You may encounter a bear at your campsite, get lost when your electronic GPS fails, get caught for a whole day because of inclement weather, need to treat your drinking water, or even find yourself fending off a horde of mosquitoes. Whatever the trials may be, prepare for them the best you can!

Backpacking in Alaska is an exhilarating adventure marked by river crossings, mountain ascents, and treks across open tundra. So, what are you waiting for?