Laughton Glacier Hike and White Pass Rail Adventure

Your trip to the Laughton Glacier combines a scenic train ride aboard the historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railway with a wilderness hike to the magnificent Laughton Glacier where you have an opportunity to HIKE ON A GLACIER! This is an out-and-back trail through the Tongass National Forest. The hiking speed of each tour determines the length of the hike, typically the whole hike is 6-8 miles. For 33 Years Packer Expeditions has been Skagway's premiere Eco Tourism Agency! We've grown alongside Alaska's robust tourism and cruise community and have dialed in our services to be THE BEST Eco tour, ANYWHERE in the world! The Laughton Glacier trail is world-class, not only because of the hard work and dedication of the Juneau Ranger District of the Tongass National Forest but also because Packer Expeditions has invested countless days into trail improvements and maintenance. This trail exists as a testament to the care and love that our guides have poured in over 3 decades of tours!

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Location: Skagway

What's Included

Our lunches are premade to order by a local restaurant!
We provide lumbar packs as well as ice creepers, trekking poles, rain gear and warm layers.
**PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED**
Our train ride at the beginning and end of the tour includes a restroom for all guests.
All guests receive assorted snacks (trail mix, granola bars, candy bars and fruit gummies.) Don't worry if you get jealous of other peoples candy bars, our guides carry plenty of extra for everyone!

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is there an age limit for kids to join this glacier hike?

A: There's no strict age limit, but it's recommended for kids aged 10 and up since the hike can be challenging. Kids should be able to handle walking 6-8 miles and be comfortable in rugged terrain. You might want to check with Packer Expeditions if you have younger kids looking to join, but a hiking buddy is definitely a plus!

Q: What should we wear for the Laughton Glacier hike?

A: Dress in layers! The weather can change quickly in Alaska. Wear moisture-wicking base layers and bring a good waterproof jacket. Don't forget sturdy hiking boots because the terrain can be slippery, especially on the glacier. The tour provides rain gear and warm layers, but your own boots are essential for comfort!

Q: What if the weather cancels the hike?

A: If the weather is really bad, they offer reschedules or refunds. Always check the forecast closer to your date. Packer Expeditions has a good reputation for keeping customers in the loop about conditions, so you won't be left in the dark. Just keep in touch with them, and you'll be good!

Discussions

Can anyone share their experience on the Laughton Glacier hike?

I’m thinking of gifting this hike to my partner for our anniversary! The train ride sounds awesome, and I really want to hike on a glacier. What’s it like? Is it worth the price? We're not hardcore hikers, so I’m a little worried about that. Any tips?

Just did the Laughton Glacier hike and it was EPIC!

Wow, just got back from the hike and I can’t recommend it enough! The train ride on the White Pass was beautiful. Hiking on the glacier was surreal! The guides were fantastic and made sure everyone was safe and had fun. It’s a decent workout, but they set a nice pace. Bring your camera, you'll want to capture everything!