Portage Valley
 
 
Opened to the public in 1986, and rededicated with new exhibits in 2001, the Begich, Boggs Visitor Center is built upon the terminal moraine left behind by Portage Glacier in 1914. The visitor center offers an unique opportunity to learn about the Chugach National Forest, America's second largest national forest. Award-winning exhibits, educational presentations, the film "Voices from the Ice," information services, and an Alaska Natural History Association bookstore are availale to serve the public.

Welcome to the Chugach National Forest and the Glacier Ranger District's interpretation and conservation education program! Our programs could not be a success without the support of our many partnerships.

Interpretive Program:
The Glacier Ranger District is home to the Begich, Boggs Visitor Center in Portage Valley. From May through September our staff multiplies as we prepare to greet thousands of visitors through our doors each day.

Conservation Education Program:
The Glacier Ranger District is home to the Portage Valley Learning Center our latest addition to the visitor center. The PVLC has expanded the opportunities for our programs, both in the summer and winter months. The Forest Ranger Academy is an exciting addition to the program, which brings children from Anchorage to their National Forest.

Portage Valley

For more information about Portage Valley please contact:
Begich, Boggs visitor Center
Glacier Ranger District
PO Box 129, Girdwood, AK 99587
(907) 783-2326 or (907) 783-3242