Alaska Railroad

The Coastal Classic train runs south from Anchorage to Seward and provides some of the most spectacular scenery in Alaska, especially as it curves along Turnagain Arm and the waters of Cook Inlet.

Mt McKinley in clouds

Photo by Steven Bly

Spencer Canoe

Photo by Steven Bly

Spencer Glacier

The Glacier Discovery Train at Spencer Glacier.

GoldStar 08

The Alaska Railroad's Maiden Voyage of their new double-deck dome carriage.

Gods Country from AKRR

This beautiful scenery surrounds the train as it rolls along through the Matanuska Susitna Valley, north of Anchorage and south of Denali.

Fireweed Mirror Train

The Coastal Classic Train passes through some of Alaska's most beautiful scenery as it travels south between Anchorage and Seward.

Bartlett Glacier Looms

Photo by Darwin Keichline

Pedal Powered

Photo by JD Cox

Pedal Powered

Photo by JD Cox

Pedal Powered

Photo by JD Cox

GoldStar Seating

With comfortable reclining seats that can also swivel to face each other, and expansive views on both sides and above, GoldStar is the perfect way to enjoy the best train in the world.

Seward to Anchorage

Photo by Jan F. Horwath

Portage

Alaska Railroad train at Portage.

Alaska

Aerial of Alaska

Aerial of train

Aerial of Alaska Railroad Denali Star Train

Glacier Explorer - Canoe Tour


Call 907-764-2067 for reservations.

From Anchorage or Girdwood: $202
From Whittier or Portage: $188

Available May 16 - Sep 14, 2009

Explore Spencer Lake in a modern version of an Alaska Native canoe. You'll paddle these sleek and elegant boats to the face of Spencer Glacier and even stop on shore for a short hike up to the glacier. Learn glaciology and enjoy the view of endless miles of ice all set among the glorious beauty of the Kenai Mountains. Deli-style lunch and raingear are provided.

Operating under permit, Chugach National Forest

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