Alaska’s weather changes fast, so smart packing means layering, waterproof gear, and sturdy footwear. This list keeps you warm, dry, and ready for everything from glacier hikes to cozy lodge nights.
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Extras
Clothing
Layers are a key when traveling in Alaska.
Columbia jackets are wonderful and help keep the rain out.
Columbia Women's Arcadia II Jacket
Great light weight fleece to add as a extra layer to stay warm in Alaska.
Columbia Women's Glacial IV Half Zip Fleece Jacket
I wore these on a rainy hike to Nugget Falls at Mendenhall Glacier National Park. They kept me dry.
Libin Women's Lightweight Quick Dry Hiking Pants
Great wool socks. Kept my feet dry and warm in Alaska.
Great leggings to stay warm while hiking and walking around in Alaska.
IUGA Fleece Lined Thermal Leggings Women
These are something I wish I would have had. Alaska rain is no joke and will soak everything. Stay dry friends!
Columbia Women's Strata Trail Low Waterproof Shoe
If you don't want a hiking shoe, you could try this running shoe that is waterproof for those long walks.
Columbia Women's Konos TRS Outdry Running Shoe
Depending on the time of year, you may need an extra layer to stay warm while you visit those amazing glaciers.
Columbia womens Powder Lite Ii Hooded Jacket
Extras
Packing these extras are helpful when visiting Alaska.
Safe and Kids Friendly: Adopts soft and flexible outer shell with non-slip design, our kids binoculars features with excellent shock-absorbing and easy griping, friendly for kids to use and no worry of accidentally fall. The eyepieces are also surrou...
MAKINO Kids Binoculars 8x21 for Ages 3-12
This binoculars for adults has 12x magnification, 25mm objective lens and wide field of view, 273ft/1000yds, letting you look farther and see wider.
Occer 12x25 Compact Waterproof Binoculars
I bought these gloves and used them in Alaska. They weren't completely waterproof. But they did help protect my hands and keep them warm when it wasn't raining.
ihuan Winter Waterproof Thermal Gloves
A Fujifilm Instax camera is a fun way to keep your memories.
Fujifilm INSTAX MINI 12 Blue Bundle 2025
Get a good digital camera for all those scenic shots in Alaska. As a bonus rent a zoom lens for those close up animal shots from the cruise ship or the port.
Fujifilm X-M5 Mirrorless Camera Kit Silver
Parts of Alaska are in a rainforest. There will be mosquitos. Be prepared with spray or try these bands. I took them with us on our Alaska adventure.
Cliganic 10 Pack DEET-Free Mosquito Bracelets
A portable charger is always helpful so that you can continue to use the maps or take the pictures.
