Portage Pass Trail
Climb for about an hour from Whittier to the pass, with a direct view of Portage Glacier and its ice lake. The value for the effort is outstanding.
The trail starts near the Whittier tunnel exit. It covers about 1.6 km and climbs roughly 230 m to the pass. From here you get a close-up view of Portage Glacier and its ice lake, and looking back you can see Prince William Sound. Continue on to descend to Divide Lake and the glacier lakeshore. The round trip takes about 2 to 3 hours. Getting in and out of Whittier requires passing through the Anton Anderson Tunnel, so check its opening schedule. The pass is very windy.
Opening hours
All day (summer and autumn)
Nearby sights
- Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
- Whittier & Prince William Sound Glacier Cruise
- Portage Glacier
- Byron Glacier Trail
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop
- Crow Creek Mine
- Winner Creek Trail & Hand Tram