What: One of the best downhill set of trails in the state, located conviently in Anchorage. When to go: The trails are great for both summer and winter riding. They’re less popular in winter since the condition of the trails can vary significantly deepending on how recently it has snowed and how well it has…
What: A huge open mountain valley that usually gets record amount of snow – well worth checking out via various ski / board methods. When to go: Ideally accessed when there is enough snow up at Hatcher Pass – can be as early as December and as late as May. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/MdAjGb1upBt9Md5b8…
What: A bucketlist Alaskan activity – can be done from many places across the state, but the most common area is in and around Fairbanks. When to go: During the peak snow months between January and April. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/GkreNY9NYudaYkFW8 Tips: There are many dog sled tour operators, and there are many types…
What: Beautiful hike leading up the face of Exit Glacier located in Seward. 2.2 miles with 400 ft of elevation gain rated as Easy. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months of May to October. Should take an hour to get to the glacier face and back. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/9Eo4DhQkt8mj8p8C9Alltrails link:…
What: An easy hike in Whittier offering stunning views over the city and Passage Canal. Contrary to it’s name, the hike does not end at a falls, but you do see plenty of waterfalls along the way. Total 2 miles with 500 ft of elevation gain rated as easy. When: Ideally done in the summer…
What: An easy and beautiful trail connecting Portage Lake to the Seward highway, enjoyable by bike or hike. Roughly 10 miles roundtrip rated as Moderate. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months between May and October. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/Vb3aqQzeWmvb2kE1ACan be accessed via either end of the trail or from the Williwaw…
What: One of the best single track trail systems in the state. Varying levels of difficulty from beginners to expert, with trails varying from meandering flowy trails to sections with large jumps. When to go: Popular year round with mountain bikes in the summer time and fatbikes in the winter time. How to get there:…
What: Medium length hike north of Talkeetna offering expansive view of the Denali National Park. Total 6.5 miles with 1000 ft of elevation gain rated as Moderate. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months between May and October. Should take roughly 3 hours to complete full hike. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/ogmfJZYLrkcsDd5E6Alltrails link:…
What: One of the best areas to enjoy fresh powder in the Chugach range. Given its base elevation, arctic valley is usually one of the first areas ready for skiing, often as early as October. You can either ski this area on backcountry skiis or enjoy the small 3 lift ski area during operating season….
What: Ptarmigan lake is a beautiful hike near Seward Alaska that leads to a stunning alpine lake surrounded by epic mountains. At 1000 ft of elevation gain across 7 miles, this hike is rated as Moderate. When to go: Ideally accessed in the peak summer months after snow melt between June and September. It can…