Portage Pass Trail
A super scenic hike that earns a view of Portage Glacier, and perhaps an icy dip in the lake.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 7 km
- Ascent
- 448 m
- Descent
- 447 m
Hiking in Alaska
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Hiking Routes in Alaska
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
Eagle River Nature Center: Albert Loop
A longer nature walk at Eagle River, with good chances at spotting wildlife.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 4.8 km
- Ascent
- 159 m
- Descent
- 159 m
Eagle River Nature Center: Rodak Trail
Short and sweet walk through the woods, to the spectacular viewing deck at Eagle River Nature Center.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 1.3 km
- Ascent
- 59 m
- Descent
- 59 m
O'Malley Peak: Ballpark Trail
The most impressive peak rising from Anchorage, with a route to the top that's actually easier than it looks.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 13 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
Lower Winner Creek Trail
Hike from Girdwood to explore the lush forest and find a several waterfalls tumbling through a narrow gorge.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 8.5 km
- Ascent
- 332 m
- Descent
- 332 m
Near Point
A local go-to for a steep workout with rewarding views.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 717 m
- Descent
- 717 m
Wolverine Peak
An enticing peak of the Chugach Front Range, making a worthy half-day objective from Anchorage.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
Bold Ridge Trail
Easy access to an alpine valley or ridge, with jaw-dropping views over Eklutna Lake.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 25 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
Pepper Peak
A very attainable summit surpassing 5000 feet on the edge of the Chugach, overlooking both Eklutna Lake and the Mat-Su Valley.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 1.4 km
- Descent
- 1.4 km
Flattop Mountain
The classic hike and scramble to Alaska's #1 summit!
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 4.8 km
- Ascent
- 442 m
- Descent
- 442 m
Twin Peaks Trail
Steep but smooth trail through the forest, reaching two notable overlooks above Eklutna Lake.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 8.1 km
- Ascent
- 586 m
- Descent
- 586 m
West Kennecott Glacier Trail
A mellow hike leading to beautiful glacier views!
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 3.4 km
- Ascent
- 153 m
- Descent
- 153 m
Caribou Creek Trail
Hike to a beautiful backcountry cabin in the Alaskan Wilderness.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 364 m
- Descent
- 364 m
Skookum Volcano
Stunning hike to a gorgeous mountain pass.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 8.2 km
- Ascent
- 651 m
- Descent
- 651 m