Grewingk Glacier Hike: Alaska's Natural Beauty

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Experience the awe-inspiring Grewingk Glacier on this must-do hike in Kachemak Bay State Park. Explore old-growth forests, crystal-clear streams, and turquoise lakes, while spotting wildlife along the way. A truly unforgettable Alaskan adventure!

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Grewingk Glacier - There are two booking options available:
8:00 AM - 1:30 PM | Glacier Spit Trailhead to Saddle Trailhead
Distance: 4.7 miles from Glacier Spit Trailhead to Saddle Trailhead OR 6.7 miles with a tram detour
8:00 AM - Departure from Homer Harbor
8:30 AM - Arrival at Glacier Spit Trailhead
Begin your journey on the Glacier Lake Trail,…

What's Included

State Park Fee

Additional Information

The Grewingk Glacier Hike in Kachemak Bay State Park is a must-do for any outdoor enthusiast visiting the Homer, Alaska area. This easy-moderate hike takes you through stunning old-growth forests, over crystal-clear streams and along turquoise blue lakes, all leading up to the awe-inspiring Grewingk Glacier. You’ll have the opportunity to spot wildlife…

Location

Homer Harbor - Ramp 3

You will depart from the Homer Harbor at the base of ramp 3, unless otherwise specified. Ramp 3 is located directly in between Harbor Grill and Coal Point Trading Co. It is the only covered ramp in the marina with a big 3 at the top of it. It is straight across from the Coldwater Alaska Office.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Kailabusk

Sep 16, 2025

One for the books - Last minute booking. They couldn’t accommodate only 2 people, but they seamlessly connected us with another water taxi company (ABS). Both were amazing and reliable, with good local knowledge on other hikes.

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Darrell

Sep 7, 2025

Awesome hike to do if your time is limited and I would also add the side hike if you are nimble and can handle 8 miles - Weather was perfect and water taxi was very accommodating! Recommend if your time in Homer is limited and you can go 8 miles rt with the added side hike

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Johnorjoyce_m

Aug 27, 2025

Awesome scenery and the view is amazing, great activity for the day! - We did the short challenging hike, close to 4 miles. We enjoyed our hike to the beautiful view of Grewingk Glacier, awesome scenery! Captain Ben did a great job taking us to our drop off and picking us up and then showing us some puffins and sea otters! Thanks Captain Ben!!

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Tonia_m

Aug 16, 2025

Great time with Coldwater Alaska! - Myself and the family greatly enjoyed the boat trip out to the bay for our hike! Zach was an excellent captain and the boat was great! They went above and beyond in showing us maps of the trail, having a good playlist on the boat ride, and a timely pick up after our hike! Highly recommend!

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J2640zoleonardd

Jul 29, 2025

You will not be disappointed! - Coldwater Alaska staff (both office and water taxi) are friendly and professional. Water taxis that my wife and I were on looked new and well-maintained. Some may find the start to the Saddle trailhead hike to Grewingk Glacier steep but the trail levels out and the eventual view of the lake and glacier are not to be missed. If you staying in the Homer area, this is a must do!

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Q3316rytomr

Jul 20, 2025

- Great hike, great experience getting to the hiking location with Coldwater. Highly recommended service and beautiful hike!

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Hihailee

Aug 15, 2025

Not the walk on Glacier but the hike to the glacier view point - I was fooled by the word “Grewingk Glacier Hike”. I thought I would walk on Grewingk Glacier but I could only hike up to the Gracier view point. The view was great but the trail consists of dirt and rough gravel which need a sturdy hiking boots. And it is not easy trail. A lot of gavels and steep narrow roads require extra caution to prevent ankle injury. Anyway the iceberg floating on the lake was the greatest view.

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Jennifer

Aug 1, 2025

Hike - We did the hike on a beautiful day. We were dropped off by the water taxi and given a 10 seconds of instructions of where we were going to hike. When we entered there were signs warning about bears but we were not told to bring bear spray. The scenery was beautiful. The hike was easy for the most part. The last 1.5 miles was moderately difficult. We finished the hike and had to wait for 90 minutes to get picked up.

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Cheryl

Aug 31, 2025

Hike was great. But would have been cheaper on our own. No assistance from the company. We had to ask people for help. - The hike to see the glacier is rocky and lots of roots. Going down the hill at the end was challenging. It is a self guided hike. Schedule your own water taxi and pay less.

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Alan_l

Aug 1, 2025

This is not a guided hike - This is not a guided hike, just a boat ride to the trailhead where you are left to your own devices. The boat operators point out the trail on their map but after that you are on your own in bear country without a guide or a map. Not what we expected. It’s a beautiful area with a well marked, heavily traveled trail. But nothing was said about this being self-guided. Second strike for us with Viator so we won’t be using them anymore.

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From $136

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult