Blue Pool

Deep blue glacial ice is reflected in still pools that form on the surface of the glacier.

GH with CR

Join St. Elias Guides for a fun adventure on the glacier, and discover the amazing forces at work in this world of ice.

Ice Tunnel

Relatively rare, as they melt out quickly, ice caves are an amazing find. The guides can show you the way in these deep blue caverns.

Ice Climber by SC

Take a swing at ice climbing. St. Elias Guides offers a one-day seminar which is perfect for beginners. (Photo Credit: Steve Crum, LateSky Images)

Donoho w Blackburn

The Root Glacier is one of the most accessible in Alaska, with beautiful views all around.

SEAG guide

St. Elias professional guides are highly trained and personable – join them for a fun hike or climb!

Blue Pool Swim

The truly brave (or foolhearty?) may choose to go for a dip in the near-freezing waters that pool on the glacier’s surface. (Photo Credit: XDreams Holidays)

CL in Crevasse

As crevasses melt out, you can occasionally access the bottom and explore these deep blue chasms.

Crampon Close Up

Guides will show you how to use your crampons to get amazing traction on the ice.

Exhilarated Wally

Swimming on a glacier is exhilarating!

GHer with Icefall

The Stairway Icefall is one of the tallest in the world, careening down at the head of the glacier – a perfect backdrop to your pictures!

Kristin in Moulin

Moulins are deep vertical shafts that form when meltwater mills through the ice – and they’re great for ice climbing!

Kristin in Moulin 2

Climbers that are up for the challenge may have an opportunity to get lowered into these incredible formations in the ice.

Sculpted Ice

The beauty of glacial ice is sublime.

Trail to Glacier

It’s a moderate 2 mile trail to the Root Glacier, making it one of the most accessible and scenic in Alaska.

TD Explains Natural History

Guides will explain the forces at work in this amazing and dynamic environment.