Anchorage Glaciers
The Matanuska Glacier is one of Alaska's oldest glaciers and is as spectacular in sight as it is in age. The glacier, which is over 25 mi (40 km) long and has an elevation of 13,000 ft (3,960 m), is easily seen along the Glenn Highway between Palmer and Anchorage.
A 45 to 60 minute drive from Anchorage will take visitors to the Portage Glacier, located south of Portage Lake and 4 mi (6 km) west of Whittier. The Begich Boggs Visitor Center is a good place to start, featuring exhibits and videos. Purchase a ticket here to take a boat cruise to the actual Portage Glacier.





