This trip combines a train ride aboard the Historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railway with a wilderness trek to the magnificent Laughton Glacier. You'll board the train for a one-hour scenic journey filled with spectacular waterfalls, rushing rivers and jagged mountain peaks. At Glacier Station, you'll begin a fully guided, eight-mile round-trip hike in the clean mountain air. The magnificent sub-Alpine rainforest valley is home to an abundance of moose, bear, and mountain goats. This spectacular trail winds along the raging Skagway River to the majestic Laughton Glacier. The terrain changes dramatically as you leave the rocky riverbed and climb over a boulder field and onto the glacier. Enjoy the breathtaking views, exposed crevasses and mullions of the great frozen river of ice, ever changing in the harsh Alaskan environment. Upon your return to the trailhead, you'll be greeted with our traditional 'Bush Buffet,' complete with beverages. Relax and enjoy the ride back to town on 'The Scenic Railway of the World.'
Note: Participants must be at least 9 years of age, in good physical condition and able to walk over uneven and sometimes difficult terrain. This trip covers 6 to 8 miles. Hiking boots or shoes with good ankle support are recommended. Rain gear, lumbar packs and trekking poles are provided. We recommend you dress in layers, as temperatures range between 50-75 degrees. Train returns from Canada – all participants are required to carry a valid passport.
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