Revel in the breathtaking beauty of Alaska's Mat-Su Valley with locally guided, small group and private trips based in Palmer, just a 45-minute drive from Anchorage. Whether you’re exploring during the season of the midnight sun or under the northern lights, you'll find year-round guided activities for every level of adventure - from short walks and history tours to adventurous full day and overnight treks.
Nestled between the Chugach Mountains to the south and the Talkeetna Mountains to the north, Palmer scenery boasts snow-capped peaks, glacial valleys, and rushing rivers. Revel Treks and Tours offerings emphasize place-based education, connecting you to the landscape, history, and people who call the area home.
Revel’s small-group sizes and knowledgeable guides provide an insider’s look at this scenic region. Go with Revel and it’s truly your chance to revel—in the mountains, in the community of Palmer, in delicious beer, and in the beauty that is Alaska.
Enjoy 2 to 3 hours of hiking, followed by a local brewery visit on the Valleys & Hops tour
Tour Choices
Rocks, Rivers and Glaciers: Hike and History
This 4-hour moderately challenging outing combines outdoor activity with educational adventure. This trip takes visitors back in time and allows you to imagine what the region might have looked like when glaciers were here. Visitors will hike about 3 miles in total, learning along the way. If the conditions are right, guests will be able to see glaciers from the summit.
Valleys & Hops
Enjoy 2 to 3 hours of hiking, followed by a local brewery visit. This is the ideal trip for those seeking a mellow adventure. Guests hike about 4 miles along a mostly flat, groomed trail, through a glacial valley in Hatcher Pass. After the hike is complete, you will head to a local brewery to enjoy a flight or pint included with the trip. Many breweries offer non-alcoholic beverages as well, and groups can opt for a non-alcoholic stop (like the local Kombuchery) if they prefer. This is Revel’s most popular summer trip!
Historic Downtown Palmer Tour
Learn the history of the iconic Alaskan town of Palmer. This is a 1.5-hour walking tour of the downtown Palmer area with behind the scenes stops into some of the town's historic buildings.
Hatcher Pass Hidden Waterfalls Hike
Ready to spend a full day exploring the majestic mountains surrounding the Mat-Su Valley? Get a day-long hiking experience on this extended trip that takes you deeper into the Alaskan backcountry. This hike climbs from boreal forest into alpine tundra along an old mining road. The destination? A scenic backcountry waterfall. This trip is a strenuous, all day adventure. Lunch included.
Customized Private Half and Full Day Adventures
Is there an experience you would like to have or a unique memory you would like to make? Customizable half and full day adventures are designed to do just that! Reach out and they’ll design a trip for you that will only make you fall more in love with Alaska.
Backpacking Trips
Don’t limit yourself to just a single day exploring: the Palmer area offers endless beauty and variety. The 2 day/1 night backpacking trips are perfect for those who want to gain confidence, venture off, and experience the Alaskan backcountry. Small group sizes allow for trips tailored to you. Guide, food, sleeping bags, tents, and camp gear are included.
Winter Trips
From October to April every year, Alaska transforms into a winter wonderland! Bundle up and come explore this vast land by sledding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or hiking! They even have extra gear to make sure you are warm and cozy and every winter trip includes hot cocoa or a warm drink.
The History
Company owner and guide Kierre launched Revel because she wanted a way to provide community, education, and connection to place for visitors and locals. In 2024 Revel connected with 1,000 locals, hosting over 70 events for the community. Revel’s tourism trips help provide affordable educational offerings for the local community. Regular opportunities include monthly ladies night out(doors), community hikes for local seniors, and a winter speaker series. Kierre moved to Alaska in 2015 to volunteer with a state parks crew in Willow. She’s guided around the state, but out of everywhere she’s guided, she loves sharing Palmer the most.
