Portage Glacier is one of the most popular attractions in Alaska and known for drawing a lot of visitors every year. The audience footfall can be contributed to the fact that it is one of the few natural glaciers in the world that are easily accessible. The valley, surrounded by these glaciers, is no less of place either. Home to geology, culture, wildlife and history, the valley offers sumptuous opportunities for exploration, enough to keep every adventure seeker on its toes. Anyone can reach the glacier via boats that run on the lake during summer. For more, there are many other attractions in the surrounding including Begich Boggs Visitor Center nearby that educate visitors about the place’s geology. Get ready to brush up your knowledge and be entertained at the same time. It is an intriguing attraction for both children and adults.

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