Tours Excursions in Eagle River

Eagle River serves as a gateway for tours and excursions that focus on the Chugach Mountain wilderness right at the community's doorstep. Guided hiking tours from the Eagle River Nature Center take visitors into pristine backcountry along the historic Iditarod Trail and the stunning South Fork valley. Fishing guides operate on the Eagle River and nearby streams, offering half-day and full-day trips for salmon and trout. In winter, dog mushing tours and snowshoeing excursions provide quintessential Alaska experiences against a mountain backdrop. The area's proximity to Anchorage means that visitors staying in Eagle River also have easy access to the full range of city-based tours, from flightseeing trips to glacier cruises. Eagle River's setting makes it an especially good launching point for nature-focused excursions that emphasize wildlife, alpine scenery, and outdoor adventure. Our guide to tours and excursions from Eagle River helps you find the guided experiences that showcase this beautiful corner of the Anchorage municipality.