Byron Glacier Trail

1500 Byron Glacier Rd, Anchorage, AK

This 1.4 mile trail offers an easy walk for all ages. It allows a close-up view of a glacier with rugged, mountains in all directions. A good famil... Read More

Portage Pass Trail

, Girdwood, AK

This 2 mile trail is a good day hike for all ages and provide spectacular views of Passage Canal and the surrounding moutains and glaciers. Divide ... Read More

Winner Creek Trail

Tram Cir, Girdwood, AK

An access trail to the Iditarod, this Forest Service trail leads to the Winner Creek Gorge. The first 0.7 mile, starting from behind the tram build... Read More

Alyeska Ski Resort

1000 Arlberg Avenue, Girdwood, AK

Alyeska Resort is Alaska's premier year-round destination featuring the 304-room Hotel Alyeska. Located just 40 miles from Anchorage and Ted Steven... Read More

Surprise Cove State Marine Park

Western side of the mouth of Cochrane Bay, Chugach, AK

Surprise Cove State Marine Park is located on the western side of the mouth of Cochrane Bay. There are many recreational opportunities and it is on... Read More

Historic Iditarod - Crow Pass Trail

Eagle River Road, Anchorage, AK

This hike is moderately difficult, with some scrambling and river fording. Prepared beginners can traverse the trail over a few days, as there are ... Read More

Granite Bay State Marine Park

Esther Island, Chugach, AK

Granite Bay State Marine Park is located on the northwest corner of Esther Island about 25 miles from Whittier. This pristine park shows little evi... Read More

South Esther Island State Marine Park

Esther Island, Chugach, AK

This marine park is located on the southern end of Esther Island, including Lake and Quillian Bays. Lake Bay houses one of the world's largest fish... Read More

Pioneer Ridge

19994 Birch Hill Dr, Palmer, AK

Twin Peaks Trail

38821 Ekultna Lake Road, Anchorage, AK

This well-maintained trail is popular because of its easy access to good views of the entire Eklutna Valley. It begins at the parking lot, crosses ... Read More

Bird Ridge Trailhead

Seward Highway, Anchorage, AK

The Bird Ridge Trailhead is located along Turnagain Arm. The Trailhead provides access to Bird Ridge, which is a steep mountain hike. An Americans ... Read More

South Fork of Eagle River

Hiland Road to mile 7.5, then right, follow signs 0.5 mile to trailhead., Eagle River, AK

Trailhead provides access to Eagle and Symphony Lakes; trail leads up valley providing excellent views of the South Fork drainage. Access to Hunter... Read More

Bodenburg Butte

3257 Old Bodenburg Butte Trail, Palmer, AK

This trail was made fairly recently. It takes you up "The Butte," a tip of an old, small mountain in the center of the vast Matanuska/Knik Glacier ... Read More

Matanuska Peak Trail

South end Smith Road. From Palmer- go east on the Old Glenn Highway, Palmer, AK

The Matanuska Peak Trail follows a 5 foot wide, gravel road during the first 800 feet after which the trail ... Read More

Eagle River Valley Trail

Mile 12 Eagle River Road, Eagle River, AK

This trail starts out on a boardwalk, but shortly afterwards turns onto a trail that traverses the right side of the valley as you head away from t... Read More

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