Full-Day Mount Riley Hike from Haines
from $192.57
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Hike your way to the highest point on the Haines Peninsula atop Mt. Riley! This 6-hour, 5-8 mile adventure will take you up about 1,500 ft to a 360-degree view of the Lynn Canal. Throughout the hike we’ll enjoy some snacks and water on our way to the summit, then enjoy a picnic style lunch before descending back to the trailhead.
6 hours
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Your guide will meet you at the end of the pier holding a "Mount Riley Hike sign. Please arrive 15-minutes prior to fill out required paperwork.
Itinerary
- 1Fort William H. Seward National Historic Landmark
This half-day excursion begins with a short tour of the historic Fort Seward before embarking on a scenic drive to the Mt. Riley trailhead. Fort Seward was the first Army base in Alaska and still holds a commanding presence along the beachway.
- 2Haines
Enjoy the simplicity and beauty of small-town Haines on your way into the temperate rainforest. Along the way, your guides will regale you with local natural history, geology, and Gold Rush tales as they point out snow-capped peaks, thick timber forests, and the abundant wildlife.
- 3Chilkat State Park
We will hike within Chilkat State Park, a haven of woods, beaches, flora, and fauna.Your guide will regale you with local and natural history, point out the amazing growth along the trail, and keep an eye out for creatures like humpack whales breaching in the water, bald eagles flying overhead, and more!
- 4Stop
Mt. Riley is the highest point on the Haines Peninsula. It is a strenuous day hike through mostly temperate rain forest. It has a gorgeous summit and several viewpoints throughout the hike. Once at the trailhead, the hike begins over rolling terrain through temperate rainforest. After about ¼ mile, we start to gain elevation as we make our way up switchbacks through the forest. Throughout the hike, your knowledgeable naturalist guide will talk about the flora and fauna of the region. Depending on the exact route the total hiking distance is between 5-8 miles and the elevation gain is approximately 1,500ft to the summit, which is at 1,760ft.
What's included
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Beverages
- Hiking poles
Not included
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required to operate
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
