MCCARTHY HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Berg to Beaches: Seven Days Across the Chugach from Bremner Mine to Iceberg Lake
A 7-day guided trek in McCarthy led by St. Elias Alpine Guides—this guide gathers the itinerary anchors, planning essentials, and what to expect on the route.
Berg to Beaches: Seven Days Across the Chugach from Bremner Mine to Iceberg Lake.
Embark on an unforgettable 7-day trek through the Chugach Mountains. The Berg to Beaches program promises stunning landscapes, strong camaraderie, and the sustained thrill of a multi-day alpine expedition; travelers may join scheduled group departures or arrange private, customized dates.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
High alpine passes and glacier-carved basins
The itinerary traverses the Chugach’s dramatic terrain—rock, ice, and expansive mountain views that define this seven-day route and its name.
Bremner Mine to Iceberg Lake — the seven-pass route
The trip is presented around the Bremner Mine to Iceberg Lake seven-pass route, the backbone of the journey and the stage for each day’s travel.
Group camaraderie or a private, tailored expedition
Participants can join a scheduled group departure or book a private trip with custom dates, allowing a tailored pace and group size for a more personal expedition.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like
Over seven days the route moves steadily through the Chugach’s high country: sustained days of trail and alpine travel punctuated by expansive outlooks and camp-based evenings. The program emphasizes shared effort and the reward of collective progress, while also offering private-trip flexibility for those who prefer bespoke timing and group composition.
THE LANDSCAPE
High alpine passes and glacier-carved basins
The itinerary traverses the Chugach’s dramatic terrain—rock, ice, and expansive mountain views that define this seven-day route and its name.
THE ROUTE
Bremner Mine to Iceberg Lake — the seven-pass route
The trip is presented around the Bremner Mine to Iceberg Lake seven-pass route, the backbone of the journey and the stage for each day’s travel.
THE EXPERIENCE
Group camaraderie or a private, tailored expedition
Participants can join a scheduled group departure or book a private trip with custom dates, allowing a tailored pace and group size for a more personal expedition.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should seek alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Refer to the operator's equipment list for a full, authoritative packing list and technical requirements for the trip.
A detailed equipment list is maintained by the operator; consult it before travel to confirm personal and group gear expectations.
See the operator’s equipment and preparation guidance to confirm what is supplied versus what each participant must bring.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Berg to Beaches trek?
The program is a 7-day trek.
Are there scheduled group departures?
Yes; group trip dates are published and the operator lists group departures alongside private-trip options.
When is the next group departure?
Group trip dates are published by the operator (an example listing in the provided details shows a group trip date range for 2026).
Can I book a private trip?
Yes—private and custom trips with tailored dates are available; the operator provides private-trip pricing by party size.
Where can I find the packing list and more details?
The operator maintains an equipment list and an FAQ page with trip details and logistical information; consult those pages for authoritative guidance.
What are the pricing tiers for private trips?
Private trip pricing is tiered by party size (examples: single-participant and multi-participant rates are listed by the operator).