Alaska Backcountry Adventure Tours

Explore Alaska’s breathtaking backcountry with Alaska Backcountry Adventure Tours, owned by locals Matti and Dan. In summer, you’ll hop on an ATV or in one of their multi seater side by sides; fun for all ages & skill levels. Navigate rocky trails, sand dunes, splash through muddy streams, and navigate lush valleys with expert guides leading the way.

For the ultimate ride, take one of their full-day tours where you’ll enjoy lunch cooked fireside by the Knik Glacier, a towering 26-mile-long river of ice. You’ll venture into the Alaska wilderness, far from crowds, stopping to soak in jaw-dropping views before enjoying a scenic picnic right at the glacier’s edge. Then, fire up your ATV and power back through the Alaskan landscape.

Expert guides are local, knowledgeable and prepared to lead you off the beaten path on a thrilling guided adventure. And, Alaska Backcountry Adventure Tours' fleet features brand new Can-Am machines every year so you can ride in comfort!

Visiting in winter? Check out their snowmobile adventures.

Tour Choices

Year Round Adventures to The Knik Glacier

Expert guides lead you across beautiful meadows, up sand dunes, along streams, and past scenic mountains to the mighty Knik Glacier. Once you’ve arrived at the stunning iceberg filled lake you’ll have plenty of time to explore. Polar plunge into it’s cold waters (if you dare) or skip rocks from the shoreline while your guides cook a hot lunch over a campfire. Once you’ve refueled, you’ll begin your adventure back down the Knik River Valley to the office. Their year round off-road adventures are amazing for adults and kids alike.

The Uncharted Experience

This full day, fast paced adventure quickly immerses you in the breathtaking beauty of the Knik Glacier Valley. Enjoy navigating the diverse landscapes in your state of the art CanAm Maverick X3. These cutting-edge machines are built for speed and agility - there isn’t much these machines can’t handle. You’ll be treated to panoramic vistas from viewpoints that our expert guides know well. Conquer challenging hill climbs and venture to areas inaccessible to other tours, granting you unparalleled access to the valley’s hidden gems.

This premier adventure is designed for those “older” kids with a minimum age of 18+ and is limited to just 3 machines (6 people) plus your guide. Have lunch by the iceberg filled lake in front of the glacier and explore the area before the return trip.

Knik Glacier Tour

For those ready to spend an entire day exploring Alaska’s beauty, the Knik Glacier ATV Tour is an unbeatable experience. Your adventure will begin alongside the iconic Pioneer Peak as you wind your way down wooded paths and splash through puddles. As you enter the Knik River Valley you’ll be treated to expansive views of the Chugach Mountains. This tour takes you on the ultimate adventure through Alaska’s remote backcountry.

Skip rocks or polar plunge into the cold waters of the Knik’s iceberg filled lake. Refuel with a hot lunch cooked by your guide campfire style!

Glacier View ATV Tour

This half day tour is a perfect introductory off-road adventure that takes you on windy trails, over sand dunes, and across rivers all while enjoying views of the Chugach Mountains. On a clear day you’ll also get a view of the Knik Glacier. In addition to beautiful landscapes keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife. You may see Dall Sheep, moose and Bald Eagles.

Water and snacks are provided at the halfway point while you have time to soak in views of the glacier before returning back down the valley to the office.