A week-long ski touring expedition in the Alaska Range is a true once-in-a-lifetime adventure—big, wild, and unforgettable in every sense of the word. This is ski mountaineering on a different scale: endless glaciers, massive peaks rising straight from the ice, and day after day of pristine, untracked snow in one of the most remote mountain environments on Earth. With a comfortable glacier basecamp as our home, each day is spent exploring new terrain—long fall-line runs, steep alpine faces, and classic ski mountaineering objectives—before returning to camp for hot meals, stories, and views that never get old.

These trips are led by Washington Alpine Guides’ owner and IFMGA-certified guide Ian Nicholson, who has completed more than 20 expeditions in the Alaska Range. Ian’s deep experience in the region means efficient decision-making, strong risk management, and the ability to consistently put groups in the right place at the right time to maximize both safety and quality skiing. His familiarity with Alaska’s unique weather patterns, snowpack, and logistics allows the team to move confidently through complex terrain while still embracing the sense of adventure that makes Alaska so special.

From the moment you step off the bush plane onto a remote glacier, the scale and beauty of the Alaska Range are overwhelming—in the best possible way. This is not just a ski trip; it’s an immersive expedition into one of the world’s great mountain ranges, where every turn feels earned and every day feels significant. If you’re looking for a truly world-class ski mountaineering experience, this is it.