What: A yearly show held at the JBER base in Anchorage showing amazing aerial manueavers. When to go: Usually held every summer around the 4th of July weekend. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/YnR9ui6uCmXEu8iA7 Tips: You can enter via the various JBER entrances - signs will clearly point you on where to park and how...
What: Arguably the most popular summit hike in the state, located in Anchorage. 3.3 mile hike with 1400 ft of elevation gain rated as Moderate. When to go: Can be accessed year round with plenty of hikers heading up the mountain. Total hike should take between 1 and 2 hours. How to get there:...
What: A great obstacle course type hike taking you across a beautiful ravine and waterfall located in Girdwood. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months between May and October. How to get there: Unfortunately this is one of those local secrets and it's not well documented; do your research and you find...
What: An easy short climb offering stunning views of the Mat-Su area near Palmer. Roughly 2.3 miles with 700 ft of elevation gain rated as Moderate. When to go: Can be accessed year round, but ideally accessed in the summer between May and October. Should take roughly 1 hour to complete. How to get...
What: Two incredible trails near Anchorage with stunning views of the Chugach frontrange. When to go: Middle fork can only be accessed via fatbike in the winter time. South fork can be accessed year round and is worth checking out in both summer and winter time for a great experience. How to get there:...
What: A great hike in the Chugach front range in Anchorage offering expansive views of the city and valleys around. Multiple ways to get to the top of the peak - the most popular route (from Prospect Heights) is roughly 6.8 miles with 2250 ft of elevation gain and rated as Moderate. When to...
What: A beautiful waterfall in the Bird Valley area between Anchorage and Girdwood. Roughly 4 miles with minimal elevation gain rated as Easy. When to go: It's really worth checking out these falls in the winter time while they're frozen; you'll be amazed with a huge wall of ice along with stunning frozen creeks...
What: An amazing system of single track bike trails located near Palmer. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months between May and October. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/ptMgGbMoy2AJZviK6Trailforks link: https://www.trailforks.com/region/matanuska-greenbelt-trails/ Tips: There are multiple parking areas to access the trail system - the parking area further north is closer to the fun...
What: A great hike with insane view payoffs located near Anchorage. 3.1 miles with 1400 ft of elevation gain rated as Moderate. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months between May and October. Can be hiked in the winter too, but need to stay clear of the skiers at the Arctic Valley...
What: A popular natural hot springs resort with plenty of fun activities. When to go: Worth visiting in the winter to see the northern lights and take a dip in the hot spring in sub zero temperatures. How to get there: https://g.page/chena-hot-springs-resort?share Tips: Even if you don't stay at the resort, this can make...
