On The Matanuska Glacier

Anchorage Ice Climbing Road Trip

Alaska Ice Trekking Guide • Glacier Information • Ice Climbing Information • Matanuska Glacier Guide • Matanuska Glacier Ice Climbing

Anchorage is a hub for adventure. This capital is a place to touch down and gain access to a variety of recreation and exploration. Almost every road and dirt path way is lined with a few gems to add to any experience. An Anchorage ice climbing road trip is no different. This quick journey from…

Matanuska Glacier Over Time

Glacier Climatology • Glacier Education • Glacier Information

Natural History of the Matanuska Glacier During the last glacial maximum, about 22,000 years ago, the Matanuska Glacier reached its peak in size. The terminus once reached the north end of Anchorage. The Knik Glacier met with the Matanuska and formed a lobed shape during this time period. Geological evidence points to these two glaciers…

Why is Glacier Ice Blue

Glacier Education

The Matanuska Glacier is an incredible feature of our natural environment located in central southern Alaska. The terminus is located in Glacier View, Alaska, right where the MICA Guides Base is located. On the MICA base, we have an incredible view of the white and blue ice that extends for 27 miles back into the…