Flattop Mountain
Anchorage, AK
Flattop Mountain is a 3 mile out and back trail located near Anchorage, Alaska and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking & trail running and is accessible from June until August. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Crevasse Moraine Trail
by
Josh Hollibaugh (87)
15 minutes ago
2 Completed 2 Reviews
Really fun, various trails, just don't go when it's wet because then it is a bit less fun, there are lots of trails, single tracks, wide track, up hill and down. This is a great place to go with a group of bikers, or hikers, or walkers.
Flattop Mountain
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Rebecca Baril (16)
7 days ago
1 Completed 1 Reviews
Great trail to get the heart pumping and outstanding view. Our pup was very tired as well once we reached the top. Loved it!
Crevasse Moraine Trail
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Fred Duke (51)
8 days ago
1 Completed 1 Reviews
Visited in the early spring. Was very nice. Lots of Hills with a variety of trails. Dogs allowed on leash. Gets lots of use in the winter as cross country ski area. Has a HUGE hill that is a local magnet for sledding.
Thunder Bird Falls
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Garret Bergeleen (36)
26 days ago
1 Completed 1 Reviews
This was a nice fairly short trail to walk. Nothing to steep but still enough for a nice workout. The best part is the waterfall at the end. It is beautiful and well worth the walk.
Thunder Bird Falls
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Jeremiah Jones (31)
about 1 month ago
1 Completed 1 Reviews
Trail was still solid, the falls was peaking out just a bit. Dog friendly :0) , must remain on leash. Two outlooks Gorge and Falls. Take the lower trail on the end and walk to the falls itself.
Lots of homes off trail side, barking dogs :0(.
Nugget Creek Trail
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Jasmine McGurk (129)
about 1 month ago
4 Completed 2 Reviews
This is a quick and easy trail to get to the waterfall next to Mendenhall Glacier. Beautiful hike. I did it in April so there was still plenty of snow which made it all the more enjoyable once it cleared up on the beach. The view of the glacier and waterfall make this hike outstanding.
Flattop Mountain
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Devin Sheehan (138)
about 1 month ago
9 Completed 1 Reviews
Its a nice view, you have a choice of flattop or powerline pass trail which is only a stones throw away. If you try to make it a challenge and see how long it takes you to run the stairs up and back it can be fun, ive seen this old man who is as thin as a rail but apparently does this about twice a day 5 days a week
Flattop Mountain
by
Viewer
3 months ago
Completed Reviews
Went to summit on 2/14/12. windswept with mixed ice, snow, and bare rock. bring ice axe and crampons. Did it in hiking boots but was kick stepping last 400 feet and top is very icy. The snow has not melted and is quite windswept.
South Fork of Eagle River
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Nephi Soper (151)
4 months ago
1 Completed 1 Reviews
This trail starts with a small climb, levels out and drops back down into the Valley. There is a bridge that allows you to cross over the south fork of Eagle River hince the name; and then not much farther after that the trail leads over a bunch of boulders which can be a little tricky to navigate through at times.
Near the end of the trail is a small shelter which overlooks Eagle and Symphony lakes. Very good scenery and the lakes are beautiful, and there really isnt much of an end to this trail as there are smaller trails you can take, one of which leads you up into a mountain.
Mount Roberts Trail
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Paul E (184)
5 months ago
6 Completed 4 Reviews
Great Hike! challenging and scenic, and it's great how when you get to the top you can get a beer and sandwich at the restaurant, then take the cable car down.
Bodenburg Butte
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Casey Shultz (31)
6 months ago
1 Completed 1 Reviews
Great place to take out of town visitors. Generally easy hike with a great pay off at the top. It is also near the Reindeer Farm and Musk Ox farm. Fun things to check out before or after your hike!
Deer Mountain Trail
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Jim Johnson (109)
6 months ago
6 Completed 6 Reviews
At 9:00 am we stepped off on the Deer Mountain trail head, it was 36 degrees with scattered clouds. As we left the parking area the trail was partially covered with snow. We walked for about 45 minutes under the cover of trees before we came to the first landing where we could see ocean. The sun was coming up over the clouds casting a beautiful reflection off the ocean. We walked under the cover of trees for another hour a half before the snow got too deep. We were able to make it approximately three quarters of the way up the hill before we had to turn around. This was the first hike I have done in the snow and it was very challenging. I would like to do this hike in the spring when everything is green.
Exit Glacier and Harding Ice Field
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Sean Cosgrove (76)
6 months ago
1 Completed 1 Reviews
This was a great trail. Moderate to difficult. You have some amazing views of the glacier and the mountains as you walk along the trail. We ran into 1 black bear along the hike and a whole family of mountain goats. When you get to the very top you look out over a mountain range that looks just as it did in the ice ages. We used are camelbacks with water bladder full and packed sandwiches,nuts,protein bars,chocolate bars,hooded sweatshirt and rain jacket and pants. Weather their can change in an instant and it's much colder at the top than in the valley.
West Arm of Glacier Bay
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Adam Stielstra (2630)
6 months ago
46 Completed 44 Reviews
A rare sight indeed. Try to get there and witness it. Amazing!
Gulkana River, Main Fork, Middle Fork, and West Fork
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Adam Stielstra (2630)
6 months ago
46 Completed 44 Reviews
If you are not afraid to step out of your comfort zone, this is AMAZING! I did a 6 day float in 1998 from the head waters to the first road that crosses the river where we had left our car. After unloading our gear at the lake (head waters of the Gulkana) and hitch-hiking back to it after leaving the car at the bridge, we set off with no guide. AMAZING fishing and class IV white water. BE CAREFUL. Saw wolves, bears, many moose, eagles, and a lifetime of rainbow trout and grayling. Sockeye were in in the lower river. This was a trip of a lifetime.
Denali National Park & Preserve Trail
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Aimee Koontz
8 months ago
16 Completed 12 Reviews
This is a must for any outdoor/nature lover. Denali is unique in that once you get into the heart of the park, there are no hiking trails. You simply pick a direction and head out. This helps reduce the impact of us humans on the environment. While hiking we saw Doll Sheep, and while driving we saw several moose, and ptarmigan.
Lazy Mountain and Matanuska Peak Trail
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Lonna Farrell Simmons (96)
9 months ago
2 Completed 1 Reviews
awesome view at the top.. great workout
Perseverance Trail
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Shirley Wilkins (310)
9 months ago
6 Completed 6 Reviews
Perseverance was our favorite trail hike on our trip to the Inside Passage. A rating of moderate is accurate - some more strenuous mountain sections interspersed with rolling sections. More hikers than bikes. In fact, only one bike passed us. Lots of mountain views everywhere! It was just right for our abilities and preferences. A must do in Juneau.
Winner Creek Trail
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Mungo Slade (116)
9 months ago
12 Completed 3 Reviews
Kids and beginners like this trail, but there are a few nice places that adults will enjoy as well. For the more serious hiker, use Upper Winner Creek to access Berry Pass.
Reed Lakes Trail
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Mungo Slade (116)
9 months ago
12 Completed 3 Reviews
At no point during this hike are sturdy boots required. You may want to take measures to keep your feet dry as there are a few stretches that get soggy, but nothing serious. I've run this trail a number of times in minimalist shoes during spring and summer. One of the most exciting aspects of this trail are the various climbing/bouldering/scrambling opportunities. Whether you over-night this one or run it in a few hours, it won't disappoint! One of my favorites!
Thunder Bird Falls
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Mungo Slade (116)
9 months ago
12 Completed 3 Reviews
No adult should spend his or her time on this trail unless accompanied by youngsters or oldsters. And even then, there are more interesting sights in the area. Not worth the parking fee, in my opinion. May be a fun place to x-country ski.
Byers Lake Trail
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Teresa Ponder (75)
9 months ago
0 Completed 1 Reviews
Beautiful Lake! The trail goes all the way around this lake, which is in an Alaska Stae Park. It is really pretty, and we saw lots of signs of wildlife, although we only saw a red squirrel and lots of small fish jumping out of the water on the bridge. We only went half way around then back the way we came because the trail lloked unused and we wanted to stay on the more traveled trails. We were the only people we saw on the trail that day.
Lost Lake Trail
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Dustin Phillips (182)
10 months ago
0 Completed 3 Reviews
Having this trail at your doorstep is awesome! My wife and i hike this a few times each month during the summer. The lake is the perfect distance from the Lost Lake trail head for an afternoon hike. It is also on of my favorite trails for mountain biking. We have done the full hike through from the Primrose trail head south to the Lost Lake trail head and it is a moderate hike that can be done in a day (6-7 hours.) I have been told that the fishing at the lake isn't bad, but i have yet to give that a try. When you get about 1/3-1/2 way up the trail from the south trail head you can start to see Ressurection Bay.
Johnson Pass
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Dustin Phillips (182)
10 months ago
0 Completed 3 Reviews
My wife and i did this hike all the way from end to end with our two dogs. It is a fairly mild hike, with a few mild inclines hear and there. Be sure to bring your bug spray, as they almost carried us away. Or poor dogs were constantly rolling in the mud to get away from the flies. There is a nice camping area about halfway heading from the south to north. We were pleasantly surprised to find a nice little pond hidden behind the trees of our campsite. Be sure to keep an ear out for a couple of waterfalls that are not directly visible from the trails. We did see a little sign of bear, but only sign.
Ptarmigan Lake
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Dustin Phillips (182)
10 months ago
0 Completed 3 Reviews
My wife and i have done this hike several times. It is a great day hike up to the lake for lunch and back. It usually takes us 2-3 hours to get to the lower end of the lake where there is a nice camping area with a bear proof food storage box. The trail can be a little overgrown later in the summer. It is not a tough hike and for the most part is a nice gently rise to the lake. Our dogs love to swim and play in the lake after the hike in, and we had a great time lounging by the water and cooling our feet.
Mount Roberts Trail
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Mac Mckagan
10 months ago
1 Completed 2 Reviews
Mount Roberts Trail is over 2200 Miles long and I always get a chuckle of those who state they completed this trail. But it is the easiest trail I ever enjoyed. Starts at the cruise ship docks with a tram carrying you up the first part of mountain ending at a eagle rehab site. Interesting and beautifull view over looking Juneau and the Gastineau Channel. The trail really starts at that point and it is all upwards as far as went. A mile in a sign warned about continuing at your own risk. My brain interprets that as "keep going". We got above the tree line and looked down on beauty everywhere. Didn't have time to get to the snow line up higher, but made clear to my spouse "up there" is where I want my ashes placed! After taking it all in for a while it was time to return to beat sundown. Only regret was not seeing any wildlife. I would return in a heartbeat and time it to make the snowline. Just Awesome.
Bodenburg Butte
by Josh Hollibaugh (87)
13 minutes ago
2 Completed 2 Reviews
It is fun if you go on the more challenging side, but it is not a challenge if you are in shape at all, me and my buddy got up it in less then 10 minutes, and then we ran down it threw the forest and did flips and things like that. So going down is more dangerous then going down if you take a wrong turn.