Title: Visit Portage: 2026 Travel Guide for Portage, Eagle River | Expedia.com [Hotels in Portage](https://expedia.com/Portage-Hotels.d553248635975867340.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Portage](https://expedia.com/Portage-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975867340.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Portage](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Portage.d553248635975867340.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Portage](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Portage.d553248635975867340.Car-Rental-Guide)[Portage Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Portage.d553248635975867340.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Portage, AK ## Travel Guide ![So much of the glacier has broken off and floating in the lake now. Beautiful blues showing off. #Adventure ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182908/24f1ce71-b3a0-4e5c-b49d-7278065ae1a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![So much of the glacier has broken off and floating in the lake now. Beautiful blues showing off. #Adventure ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182908/24f1ce71-b3a0-4e5c-b49d-7278065ae1a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Portage is a great place to find glacier floating in the lake. #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182908/b7ce8c23-a323-4a81-8ac3-dfac557a423c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Portage Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975867340) - Portage Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Portage ![Alyeska Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5800/5722/5c9ccfa5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Alyeska Resort 1000 Arlberg Ave Girdwood AK Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $219 nightly $242 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Girdwood. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Someone else’s hair was in the bath tub. When you pay the premium for the hotel at the base of the Tran you expect more than that. I won’t be returning. Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026&selected=5722&PinnedHotelID=5722&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975867340) ![Ski Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16130000/16129300/16129214/d885bded_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ski Inn 189 Hightower Rd Girdwood AK $97 nightly $108 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this guesthouse in Girdwood. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (683 reviews) Love everything about the Ski In!! Our third stay & always enjoy ourselves!!! Love the breakfast area & common area plus the rooms. We’ll be back! Barb Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026&selected=16129214&PinnedHotelID=16129214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975867340) ![Bird Creek Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16790000/16789400/16789316/ef80bdc6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bird Creek Motel 29433 Seward Highway Indian AK $79 nightly $88 total Mar 6 - Mar 7 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Indian. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (510 reviews) Consistently reliable place to stay. Great value! Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F7%2F2026&selected=16789316&PinnedHotelID=16789316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975867340) [See all 200 properties in Portage](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F5%2F2026&endDate=3%2F6%2F2026®ionId=553248635975867340) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26940000/26934800/26934727/87486d22_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails Girdwood AK Stay at this cabin in Girdwood. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and a hot tub. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Gerrish Public Library are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews) Incredible hot tub & view, place as advertised, extremely convenient for skiing. Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Anchorage-Hotels-Cozy-Cabin-With-Quiet-Location-Blocks-From-The-Resort-Trails.h26934727.Hotel-Information) ![Rustic mountain cabin with wood stove, spacious deck, private W/D](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/79000000/78998800/78998745/fab6ce92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rustic mountain cabin with wood stove, spacious deck, private W/D Girdwood AK Stay at this cabin in Girdwood. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood Center for ... [](https://expedia.com/Anchorage-Hotels-Rustic-Ski-Inout-Cabin-With-Wood-Stove.h78998745.Hotel-Information) ![2 Bedroom Condo w/Hottub! In the Heart of Girdwood](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90869800/90869753/09ca7a2b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 2 Bedroom Condo w/Hottub! In the Heart of Girdwood Girdwood AK Stay at this condo in Girdwood. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood Town Square ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews) We had such a wonderful “staycation”.It was super clean and quiet. The hot tub was delightful after a day of skiing and just the right temperature.My son and I look forward to coming back. Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Anchorage-Hotels-2-Bedroom-Condo-WHottub-In-The-Heart-Of-Girdwood.h90869753.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Portage](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975867340&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Portage hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975867340&startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05)[Mar 4 - Mar 5](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975867340&startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975867340&startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06)[Mar 5 - Mar 6](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975867340&startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975867340&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026)[Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975867340&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975867340&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026)[Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975867340&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![This spot was part of a tour S/SE of Anchorage. During the drive we also saw baluga whales, Dal sheep, eagles, bears off the hwy, moose, and caribou. Not to mention many more glaciers than the one in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/381/efefbed8-6383-4758-90f9-431180141377.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center 4.5/5(64 reviews) Enjoy an outing to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center during your stay in Eagle River. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Alaska-Wildlife-Conservation-Center-Eagle-River.d6060495.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ice berg visible didn’t even see it the day before. Huge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/381/b92f3ce9-77c7-4840-a858-58a3243ff65f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Portage Glacier 4.5/5(71 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Portage Glacier, a lovely green space in Eagle River. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Portage-Glacier-Eagle-River.d6085557.Vacation-Attraction) ![Crow Creek Mine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326957/01e7870b-e54f-4644-9f17-276c45e0b4a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crow Creek Mine 4.5/5(9 reviews) Try your luck at panning for gold and see beautifully maintained historic mining equipment at this family-run mine, which has been continuously operating since 1896. [](https://expedia.com/Crow-Creek-Mine-Eagle-River.d6326957.Vacation-Attraction) ![Eagle River Nature Center showing forest scenes, mountains and views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326021/c8410d52-f646-4959-9018-fca4bbf48f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eagle River Nature Center 4.5/5(73 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Eagle River Nature Center, a lovely green space in Eagle River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.com/Eagle-River-Nature-Center-Eagle-River.d6326021.Vacation-Attraction) ![Byron Glacier- near Portage Glacier- Portage Alaska. A pretty trail leads from the Portage Glacier area to the Byron Glacier, where one can walk on to it.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6325968/e4c67d81-0083-4525-bd08-278be05d42c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Glacier Trail 4.5/5(10 reviews) You can take time to visit Byron Glacier Trail during your travels to Eagle River. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Byron-Glacier-Trail-Eagle-River.d6325968.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Chapel, Juneau](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060565/c50e2e4b-8534-4efb-98d1-ecf19ce8b59a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church 5/5(2 reviews) You can learn about the history of Eagle River with a trip to St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/St-Nicholas-Russian-Orthodox-Church-Anchorage.d6060565.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5083804/bdb57d8a-7c21-4f66-bdbb-eddc7038f96b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket $25 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anchorage-museum-general-admission-ticket.a5083804.activity-details) ![Anchorage Northern Lights Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/690029/3b11b3eb-471a-4900-b8af-69f533f3a81d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anchorage Northern Lights Tour $354 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anchorage-northern-lights-tour.a690029.activity-details) ![Anchorage Tour of the Year! ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46353553/d71ed9fe-5980-4fce-be7b-2ea5730df4af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour $177 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/glacier-view-wildlife-anchorage-adventure-tour.a46353553.activity-details) ![1.5 Hr - Winter Dog Sledding in Knik, Alaska](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46669486/90931f72-0673-48c2-9335-5164f1fbe831.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 1.5 Hr - Winter Dog Sledding in Knik, Alaska $199 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/15-hr-winter-dog-sledding-in-knik.a46669486.activity-details) ![Anchorage City Tour w/ Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47966184/bf300514-5ea9-4586-b9ed-71ee84b00d66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anchorage City Tour w/ Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage $69 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anchorage-city-tour-w-wild-smoked-salmon-reindeer-sausage.a47966184.activity-details) ![Matanuska Glacier Hike with Lunch Summer & Winter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49460944/4eff47c3-0865-4fe2-a708-990cc45749fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Matanuska Glacier Hike with Lunch Summer and Winter $315 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/matanuska-glacier-hike-with-lunch-summer-and-winter.a49460944.activity-details) [See all activities in Portage](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Portage.d553248635975867340.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Portage ![American Bald Eagle in flight in the snow over the Skagit River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182908/e2e9a698-bbba-490b-a57c-b689e5cd8806.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Eagle River - Cities near Portage - Places of interest [Eagle River](https://expedia.com/Eagle-River.dx182908) - [Alyeska Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Alyeska-Ski-Resort-Anchorage.d6060501.Vacation-Attraction) - [Portage Glacier ](https://expedia.com/Portage-Glacier-Eagle-River.d6085557.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chugach National Forest ](https://expedia.com/Chugach-National-Forest-Alaska.d6171979.Vacation-Attraction) - [Girdwood Park ](https://expedia.com/Girdwood-Park-Alyeska.d553248622845870725.Vacation-Attraction) - [Girdwood Town Square ](https://expedia.com/Girdwood-Town-Square-Alyeska.d553248622845870734.Vacation-Attraction) - [Crow Creek Mine ](https://expedia.com/Crow-Creek-Mine-Eagle-River.d6326957.Vacation-Attraction) - [Prince William Sound Museum ](https://expedia.com/Prince-William-Sound-Museum-Whittier.d6290733.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sound Paddler ](https://expedia.com/Sound-Paddler-Whittier.d553248621532649797.Vacation-Attraction) - [Byron Glacier Trail ](https://expedia.com/Byron-Glacier-Trail-Eagle-River.d6325968.Vacation-Attraction) - [Girdwood Center for Visual Arts ](https://expedia.com/Girdwood-Center-For-Visual-Arts-Alyeska.d6326961.Vacation-Attraction) - [McHugh Creek Recreation Area ](https://expedia.com/McHugh-Creek-Recreation-Area-Anchorage.d553248621532649847.Vacation-Attraction) - [Willawaw Nature Trail ](https://expedia.com/Willawaw-Nature-Trail-Eagle-River.d6325995.Vacation-Attraction) - [Alyeska Aerial Tram ](https://expedia.com/Alyeska-Aerial-Tram-Alyeska.d882359544720678912.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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