5 routes
Alaska
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Destinations in Alaska
3 routes
Alyeska
Routes in Alaska
McHugh Creek to Rabbit Lake
Hike all the way up from the sea to one of the prettiest alpine lakes in the Chugach, by way of a stunning glacial valley with nearly nonstop views.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
Williwaw Lakes and Ballpark Loop
Find a variety of Chugach scenery on this long day hike or overnight trip, which begins from a popular trailhead but soon leaves the crowds behind.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 834 m
- Descent
- 834 m
South Fork Rim Loop
A scenic hike in the hills close to town, good for getting a feel for hiking in the Chugach
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5.1 km
- Ascent
- 222 m
- Descent
- 221 m
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
A paved path along the forested shoreline of Anchorage, linking public parks and other trails, granting many options for a scenic ride in the city.
Easy Road Biking
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 377 m
- Descent
- 326 m
Crow Pass Trail
A historic route across the Chugach Mountains from Girdwood to Eagle River, with options for day hikes and multi-night treks.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 35 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
Byron Glacier Trail
Walk to see a glacier and snow caves in a steep-sided, boulder-filled valley.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 2.9 km
- Ascent
- 131 m
- Descent
- 131 m
Bird Ridge
Rise quickly from sea level to more than 3000 feet in the Chugach, on this steep trail that is often the first to melt out in spring.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 7.6 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 1 km
Thunderbird Falls
Casual hike to find two different views of a hidden waterfall.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.8 km
- Ascent
- 130 m
- Descent
- 130 m
Guidebooks in Alaska
6 routes · Alpine Climbing · Ski Touring
Climbing and Skiing Denali - America's Biggest Adventure
25 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
25 of the Most Incredible Day Hikes in the United States
18 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
The Ultimate Mountaineering Challenge : Climb The Big 10
5 routes · Hiking
Hike the USA's Largest National Park: Wrangell–St. Elias
7 routes · Hiking
Gates of the Arctic: America's "Black Belt Park"
4 routes · Hiking
Step Back in Time in Kobuk Valley National Park
7 routes · Hiking
7 Spectacular Day Hikes in Denali National Park
3 routes · Hiking · Ski Touring