Alpenglow Adventures Sitka

10/08/2024

Wow, what a summer! Eat, sleep, hike, repeat… 🤗🥾

Thanks to everyone who hiked with us and made this season so incredible! We’re grateful for the connections made, the trails hiked, the wildlife spotted, the beer tasted , the boat rides , the berries picked, the trail engagements, the peaks summited, the laughs, and many memories made!

Thanks for choosing to explore the beauty of Sitka with Alpenglow 💕

09/25/2024

Hike in comfort and style! Obsessed with these custom hats by .collective. This company produces the only sustainable hats made exclusively from natural materials, with no plastic 🌎

To be completely transparent, we aren’t making a profit on these hats. We just love seeing our logo and brand worn by friends and supporters! We wanted to create something useful and sustainable to represent the business, and these are the perfect product. Thanks to everyone who has purchased one already! We’ve shipped the first orders out, including our first international purchase! If you have photos of yourself repping Alpenglow, please share with us :) we still have a few left, DM if you’d like one!

08/28/2024

Yesterday’s 6+ mile journey from Gavan Hill to Harbor Mountain was a dream! The fall colors of the alpine have arrived, and the light was hitting just right. Here are a few shots to document the adventure from start to finish. It was a tough hike but in the words of our clients ‘no pain, no gain’ - it was definitely worth the climb! ⛰️✨🍂

08/20/2024

Hiking in Alaska can be intimidating! Before a hike with us, you can expect to receive a safety briefing as well as a description of the trail and adventure ahead. We talk about bear safety, details of the terrain, and trail etiquette. We provide water and snacks to make sure we’re staying hydrated and energized throughout the hike. With a small private tour, we go at a pace that is comfortable and safe for you and your group.

Since all of the trails we frequent are popular amongst locals, we do our best to have minimal impact on others and leave the trail better than we find it. We keep our groups small, pick up any trash we come across, and ensure we’re respecting this incredible land at all times by staying on trail and leaving no trace.

Thanks to these folks for being so enthusiastic about the adventure ahead. We love our hikers! 🙌🏼🥾

08/16/2024

When the clouds break and you realize you’re surrounded by steep mountains, deep valleys, and the bright blue ocean 🙌🏼⛅️⛰️

08/12/2024

We had a wonderful day hiking to the summit of Mount Edgecumbe this weekend! With 14 miles and 3,200 ft of elevation gain, this was a full day adventure filled with soaking up sun, miles of muskeg, ocean views, peaceful river breaks, summit hot chocolate, gusting winds, and lots of laughs with new friends. What a special experience for us all! Thanks to for getting us there and back safely!

Dreaming of hiking to the summit of this iconic volcano? Reach out for details on booking with Alpenglow!

08/08/2024

Shoutout to Beaver Lake - a fan favorite! We’ve taken more folks on this hike than any other trail this summer. With its mix of old-growth forest, open muskeg, waterfalls, mountain views and lake access, this trail covers a wide range of scenery in just a few miles. Here are just a few snapshots of a recent Alpenglow hike around Beaver Lake.

Thanks to , .s.forestservice and for keeping the trail accessible and in great shape. We love Sitka trails! 💚🌲

08/06/2024

Soaking up the vibrant colors of summer 🫶🌼



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07/30/2024

Did you know that Beaver Lake was stocked with Arctic grayling in the 1990’s? This species of freshwater fish is closely related to a trout and has a beautiful dorsal fin dotted with red and purple spots. Today’s hikers brought their travel rods and fishing licenses to make it a multi-adventure experience! Hiking, fishing, bird watching, and staring in awe at our epic mountains. What a day to remember 🙌🎣⛰️

Note: we are not fishing guides! These hiking clients brought their own gear and bought their own fishing licenses prior to the trip. All rules and regulations were followed 😇

07/26/2024

Mount Edgecumbe across the Sitka Sound is a view unlike any other 🙌

Speaking of, our next Mount Edgecumbe hike is schedule for Saturday, August 10th! We offer a small group experience to the summit of this historically active volcano - it’s a day not to be missed! Grab a friend and reach out for details 🥾🗻

07/15/2024

We just finished our final trip of the summer out to Sea Lion Cove! It was a day of misty hiking, beach combing, ocean dipping, wildlife spotting (11 deer and 7 bears!), and lots of laughs with this all gals crew. It’s hard to put into words just how special it is to share this slice of paradise with Sitka locals and friends.

Our next collaboration with will be guiding small groups up Mount Edgecumbe! The first date in the books is July 26th. Reach out for more information and to snag your spot!

07/09/2024

The Kaasda Héen Indian River trail never disappoints. A local favorite with the perfect mix of old-growth forest, turquoise water, and open muskeg great for animal spotting. Today’s hikers were lucky enough to have sun, Sitka Black-tailed Deer, and perfect views of the Three Sisters, the beautiful mountains in our logo. What a day! 🙌⛰️

07/04/2024

Another Alpenglow proposal in the books! What better way to celebrate love than on a trail in Sitka, Alaska?! Followed by a private tour of with a drink in hand, and we’ve got a perfect day. Congratulations to the happy family 💍🥳

06/27/2024

It’s the best time of year for a hike up Harbor Mountain. Wildflowers blooming, birds chirping, and the most vibrant colors you can imagine. Recipe for happy hikers!

There are going to be a lot of sunburned Sitkan’s today ☀️😎

06/24/2024

06/17/2024

We love being in the alpine, even in the clouds! ✨🌥️

We’re so grateful to have the only alpine area in Southeast Alaska accessible by road. Originally built in WWII as part of a military lookout, Harbor Mountain Road now serves as a huge source of recreation and enjoyment for locals and visitors. Thank you to .s.forestservice for maintaining it and allowing for more accessibility on our beautiful trails!

06/11/2024

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06/10/2024

We had another great trip over to Sea Lion Cove this weekend with . Surfing, boogie boarding, beach combing, frisbee, and endless beach exploring. Grateful to share this little slice of paradise!

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