For those of you who are limited for time but still want to enjoy Alaska's beautiful mountain trails and scenery, we're offering 5 different one day trail runs in the Seward area. These trips vary from 2 to 8 hours and are for beginning to advanced runners. If you're interested in multiple day/run adventures for a more experienced runner, click the Hope Runs button.

Enjoy a
Seward Day Run
up the world famous Mt. Marathon overlooking Seward
and Resurrection Bay.

Trip One
Exit Glacier
Total Trip Time: 2 hours
Running/hiking time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy

This 1.2 mile hike to Exit Glacier is a favorite among tourists and locals The well maintained trail is relatively flat and winds through a beautiful forest.  When you arrive at the face of the glacier you can see into the looming towers of ice and massive crevasses. Black bears, bald eagles and marmots are just some of the wildlife in the area.
Recommended Gear: Hiking boots or good trail running shoes, light backpack or fanny pack, light jacket & hat, water bottle, and camera. 
Cost: $50
Maximum Trip Size: 6.
 

Trip Two
Scenic Seward Run
Total Trip Time: 2 hours
Running/hiking time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy

This run/hike leaves from the ferry terminal and provides you with a wonderful historic tour of Seward.  You'll pass the harbor area, the business district, the Alaska Railroad, and the Mt. Marathon trailhead.  You will return to the ferry terminal on spectacular Two Lakes trail.  Enjoy scenic views of Resurrection Bay and the surrounding Chugach mountains.
Recommended Gear: Good trail running shoes, light backpack or fanny pack, light jacket & hat, water bottle, and camera. 
Cost: $50
Maximum Trip Size: 6.

Trip Three
Mount Marathon
Total Trip Time: 3 hours
Running/hiking time: 1- 2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate

This trip will depart from the ferry terminal and proceed up the Water Works trail, continue up the famous Mt. Marathon trail to tree line and Marathon Bench.  The breathtaking views of Seward and Resurrection Bay are a sweet reward for any adventurous hiker.  Black bears, bald eagles, and marmots are also common sights along the trail.
Recommended Gear: Good trail running shoes, light backpack or fanny pack, light jacket & hat, water bottle, and camera. 
Cost: $60
Maximum Trip Size: 6.

Trip Four
Lost Lake Trail Run
Total Trip Time: 3.5 to 4 hours
Running/hiking time: 2 hours
Difficulty: Advanced

This mountain adventure consists of a moderate uphill run/hike (1 hour) that winds through beautiful alpine meadows full of Alaskan wildflowers. It eventually leads up to a pristine mountain cabin among some small mountain lakes.  Bears, wolves, eagles, ptarmigan, and marmots may be seen by the trail.
Recommended Gear: Good trail running shoes, light backpack or fanny pack, light jacket & hat, water bottle, and camera. 
Cost: $65
Maximum Trip Size: 6.

Trip Five
Lost Lake Traverse
Total Trip Time: 6 hours
Running/hiking time: 4 hours
Difficulty: Advanced

This 16 mile run/hike traverses one of the most scenic valleys in Alaska.  The trail winds up through spruce forests and crests into high alpine country with meadows full of beautiful wildflowers.  You'll pass two glacial fed lakes that are surrounded by the majestic Chugach mountains, and even enjoy a view of Resurrection Bay.  Wildlife sightings of bears, wolves, eagles, ptarmigan, and marmots are possible.
Recommended Gear: Good trail running shoes, light backpack or fanny pack, light jacket & hat, water bottle, and camera. 
Cost: $80
Maximum Trip Size: 4.

RECOMMENDATIONS

SAFETY:
There will always be communications while on the runs, first aid supplies, water, Gatorade, etc.  Some of our staff are EMT Wilderness First Responders.  We are fully insured.

WEATHER:
The weather will usually range from the high 50's to high 60's. with occasional temperatures in the 70's.  Summers are great, but it can rain!  Higher elevations will bring cooler temperatures, especially if it is overcast and rainy.  During the month of June, the sun is up until about 11:00 PM.  There is dusk for about 4 hours, then it is light again, so be prepared to experience daylight about 20 hours of each day.  Of course the daylight shortens after summer solstice on June 21st.  In late July the daylight is about 18 hours.

You can Register Online for any of the above Adventures
or
Call us toll free at 1- 877-891-2520 or Email us
if you have any questions

All of our Mountain Trail Adventures originate from the Hope or Seward area on the Kenai Peninsula in south central Alaska. 

 The Kenai Peninsula is within 60 miles of Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. In addition to our majestic mountain scenery, the "Kenai" is home to some of the best salmon fishing in the world.
Visit our links page for more information on some south central Alaska attractions.