Point of interest
Glen Alps Trailhead Rest Area
23 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Madeline
January 10, 2022
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.
Callie
September 5, 2019
On a clear day you can get a great view of Denali just from walking up the fenced trail on the far left side of the parking lot. This is also the trailhead for Flat Top mountain.
Darcy
June 29, 2018
Best views in town from up high
Grace
June 26, 2022
Glen Alps is a great starting point for lots of hiking, backpacking, and scenic views in Anchorage. There is a short walking loop accessible to all ability levels that gives great views of the Anchorage Bowl and Chugach Front Range. Some of our favorite hikes from this trailhead include: Flattop (also try the sunnyside trail from the rabbit lake trailhead) Little O'Malley Powerline Pass Hidden Lake Williwaw Lake Peak 3 & Rabbit Lakes (accessible from rabbit lake trailhead)
Glen Alps is a great starting point for lots of hiking, backpacking, and scenic views in Anchorage. There is a short walking loop accessible to all ability levels that gives great views of the Anchorage Bowl and Chugach Front Range. Some of our favorite hikes from this trailhead include: Flattop (a…
Dana
May 18, 2017
Great place to start hiking, biking, skiing, backpacking-- connecting to all kinds of trails for everyone at all levels
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Location
Glen Alps Road
Anchorage, AK