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Walk the accessible valley paths or climb above the lake for direct glacier views.
Portage Valley offers trail options for all fitness levels. You can take a flat, family-friendly walk or climb 800 feet for the only established foot-view of Portage Glacier.
The trails are free to enter. Bear spray and sturdy hiking boots are highly recommended.
2 miles (one-way)2-3 hoursTunnel toll required
This 2-mile (one-way) hike requires an 800-foot elevation gain. It is the only established trail offering a direct view of Portage Glacier on foot. The trailhead sits on the Whittier side of the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel. You must pay the tunnel toll and plan around the tunnel schedule.
Accessible paths1-2 hours
This network provides fully accessible, multi-use paths linking recreation sites across Portage Valley. The trail is mostly flat and ideal for a family-friendly walk or bike ride. You can safely view the hanging glaciers on the surrounding mountains along the way.
45 minsBest in late summer for salmon
This short path branches off the Trail of Blue Ice and winds past a rehabilitated estuary. It is an easy, flat route for a quick walk. Visit in late summer to spot spawning salmon swimming in the local creeks.
