Alyeska Resort Zipline Tour

Aerial Adventure in Girdwood's Rainforest

Alyeska Resort Zipline Tour takes you into the heart of the old-growth Sitka spruce rainforest above Girdwood — 40 miles southeast of Anchorage — for one of the most immersive aerial adventure experiences in Alaska. With 2,500 total feet of zipline cable spread across eight separate zip rides, three suspension bridges, and two rappels, the course puts you inside the forest, not just above it.

What to Expect on the Course

The route is engineered for variety and surprise. Early segments run close to ground level through the forest understory before climbing dramatically: at one point the course carries you up the trunk of a towering Sitka spruce. From there you sail over a reflecting pond and descend into the deep forest canopy. At the high points you'll have unobstructed views of the Chugach Mountains, distant glaciers, and the steel-blue curve of Turnagain Arm far below Girdwood valley.

A trained guide leads every group through the full progression, covering harness fitting, safety procedures, and body position before the first zip. All equipment is provided — fitted harness, helmet, and gloves. No prior experience is required; most participants complete the course on their first attempt. The guided format keeps the tour accessible to first-timers while maintaining the genuine thrill of aerial travel through old-growth forest.

Getting There and Planning Your Visit

Alyeska Resort is located off the Seward Highway at the Girdwood exit, roughly a 45-minute drive from downtown Anchorage. The zipline tour operates seasonally from late May through September, when the rainforest canopy is in full leaf and the Chugach peaks are accessible. Alyeska Resort transforms the same mountain into Alaska's premier ski destination each winter — the zipline is the summer complement to that experience.

If you're driving from Anchorage, consider pairing the trip with a stop at Portage Glacier cruises at Mile 79 on the Seward Highway — a 45-minute boat tour to the glacier face that fits neatly into a Girdwood day itinerary. For current 2026 tour pricing, availability, and reservations, contact Alyeska Resort at (907) 754-1111 or book through the resort's website. Summer weekends fill quickly.