Local Hikes We Love
Sightseeing
Some great hikes begin at this trail head including one of the most popular Anchorage hikes FlatTop (and it’s only about 20 minutes away!).
Flat top is a moderate trail but can be done in 2-3 hours and has fantastic views of anchorage.
The power line pass trail also begins here and is pretty much flat but with great views of the valley.
23 locals recommend
Glen Alps Trailhead Rest Area
Glen Alps RoadSome great hikes begin at this trail head including one of the most popular Anchorage hikes FlatTop (and it’s only about 20 minutes away!).
Flat top is a moderate trail but can be done in 2-3 hours and has fantastic views of anchorage.
The power line pass trail also begins here and is pretty much flat but with great views of the valley.
Easy Hikes
This is a beautiful hike tucked away in the Girdwood valley, it is flat and only a few miles out and back. A great walk/hike with the family!
21 locals recommend
Winner Creek Trail Alyeska Trailhead
This is a beautiful hike tucked away in the Girdwood valley, it is flat and only a few miles out and back. A great walk/hike with the family!
A friend we had visit once described this hike as “Alaska views without the Alaska work” which says it all! Only about 40mins away and just a still through a valley on flat, maintained trails.
90 locals recommend
Eagle River Nature Center
32750 Eagle River RdA friend we had visit once described this hike as “Alaska views without the Alaska work” which says it all! Only about 40mins away and just a still through a valley on flat, maintained trails.
Thunderbird Falls
25321 Old Glenn HighwayA cool waterfall with minimal hiking required.
A beautiful lake with mountain views and a flat gravel walking trail that you can walk along the lake!
75 locals recommend
Eklutna Lake
A beautiful lake with mountain views and a flat gravel walking trail that you can walk along the lake!