Hiking Remote Alaska with Yaks
Alaska's reputation of unspoiled wilderness and magnificence still holds true for every visitor who is fortunate to visit the great northland. For most, remote Alaska is inaccessible as one must be a true bushman to face the rigors of wilderness life. This usually means being an expert at navigating difficult trails, carrying heavy loads and charting ones journey.

Over the last five years, Alpine Ascents has worked rigorously to make remote Alaska more accessible to outdoor enthusiasts by training Himalayan yaks to carry loads. This allows hikers to remove the burden of carrying huge backpacks and enjoying the Alaskan wilderness unencumbered. Needless to say this is a unique experience not found anywhere else in Alaska.

Alaskan Wilderness
Today, Alpine Ascents is the first and only outfitter offering Yak tours in the remote ranges of Alaska. Beginning with a flight to our camp, we spend the long Alaskan days hiking below the great beauty of mountains such as Denali and Foraker. The trails are moderate and surrounded by the lush green landscape of arctic wilderness. Hikers will likely pass a wide array of wildlife including wolves, bears, caribou, moose and sheep.

Opportunity Beckons
We cannot over-emphasize what a unique opportunity it is to hike in Alaska being free of heavy packs, while enjoying the luxuries of a first-class camp with fresh food and great cooking. The trips are led by members of the Alpine Ascents staff and local Alaskans. Each trip begins with a bush plane flight to Moonshadow Lake where our Yaks await.

Our Yak Friends
With our years of experience in the Himalayas, it seemed that a Yak-supported trekking was a natural fit for Alaska. These Yaks were brought to Alaska, some as calves, some as parents-to-be, in the hopes that they would thrive in the rough arctic environment. Sure enough they did, new calves were born, grown Yaks were trained by hiking Alaska trails and nearly five years later this dream has come to fruition.

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