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HIKING
ALyeSKA HIKING Trails
Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the breathtaking wilderness of Alaska’s Chugach Mountains. Whether you’re seeking the thrill of hiking through ancient forests and past majestic glaciers or the tranquility of solitude, Alyeska promises to awaken and enliven your senses. For additional trails in the Girdwood area, view the Girdwood trail map, Visit Girdwood map, or the Girdwood Nordic Ski Club map.
Guided North Face Hike
Level: Strenuous
AGES: ALL
Cost: $99
Bore Tide Deli
add-on: $30
TERRAIN: Dirt, Gravel, Switchbacks
Times: 11am & 1pm
Season: Mid July – Mid September, weather permitting.
Distance: 2.2 miles
Max guests – 8
Our most iconic hike. Challenge yourself on The North Face Trail—Alyeska’s most picturesque and rugged hiking route, ascending over 2,000 vertical feet from the valley floor to the upper mountain. This steep, rewarding climb offers breathtaking views of Turnagain Arm and the surrounding Chugach Mountains.
For those seeking extra insight and safety, join a guided hike and experience the trail through the eyes of a local expert. As you start climbing, you’ll have spectacular views of Christmas Chute, New Year’s Chute, and the Knuckles – some of Alyeska’s most iconic skiing terrain. From higher up on the mountain, you’ll be able to see the Turnagain Arm, and multiple glaciers lining the back of the Girdwood Valley! Once at the top, you’ll be able to reward yourself with an ice-cold drink and some hot food from the Bore Tide Deli & Bar before taking a well-deserved Tram ride back to the resort.
Guided Winner creek hike
Level: Easy
AGES: ALL
Cost: $79
Picnic Add-on: $30
TERRAIN: Dirt, Boardwalk
Times: 9am, 1pm, & 3pm
Season: Early June – Sept 30th, weather permitting.
Distance: 5 miles
Max guests – 8
Step into Girdwood’s lush boreal rainforest on a scenic guided hike along the beloved Winner Creek Trail, beginning right from Alyeska Resort. This easy 5-mile adventure winds through the Chugach National Forest, where moss-covered trees, rushing creeks, and mountain views create an unforgettable Alaska hiking experience!
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll explore one of the northernmost temperate rainforests in the world while learning about the area’s native plants, forest ecology, and local wildlife. Along the way, take in views of glacier-fed ravines, quiet woodland scenery, and the surrounding Chugach Mountains. Keep your eyes open for signs of moose and other wildlife that call the Girdwood Valley home.
Perfect for guests looking for a relaxed outdoor adventure, this guided hike offers an easygoing way to experience Alaska’s natural beauty without venturing far from the resort. For an added treat, include a picnic and enjoy a peaceful break by the creek before hiking back to Alyeska!
INTERACTIVE HIKING MAP
- WINNER CREEK TRAIL – The most accessible hiking trail nearby is Winner Creek, which begins near the base of the aerial tram. This trail offers a leisurely way through a lush rainforest environment. The first half-mile of the trail is on boardwalk surface; after that point, the trail becomes an easy dirt path with some uneven surfaces in places. Near the two-and-a-half-mile mark on this hike, there is a beautiful river gorge with a bridge to take in the views.
- UPPER WINNER CREEK TRAIL – Less developed than Winner Creek Trail. Start on Winner Creek Trail and follow signs to Upper Winner Creek. This trail contours the valley along the south side of the creek for approximately 8 miles of outstanding views and level tread.
- WINNER CREEK EXTENSION TRAIL– Access the trail from the hotel pond courtyard. The path will end at Verbier Way near Challenge Alaska.
- MULTI-USE NORDIC LOOP – Multi-use trail can be accessed at end of Arlberg Avenue by The Hotel Alyeska.
- GIRDWOOD TO INDIAN BIKE PATH – Easy walking on a paved bike path provides a mellow out-and-back trail
- CALIFORNIA CREEK TRAIL –Follows creek through old growth forest. Use Beaver Pond Trailhead on Crow Creek Road and keep right.
- CROW PASS TRAIL – Ascends from the Crow Creek Trailhead on its way to Crow Pass. The trail then follows Eagle River through the forest on its path to the Nature Center. The full length of the trail generally takes two or more days, and can be traveled in either direction. Shorter day trips from either trailhead are possible.
- IDITAROD NATIONAL HISTORICAL TRAIL – The Girdwood valley portion of this famous trail follows Glacier Creek to the Winner Creek area. Parts of the trail are not usable by recreationists since various roads and highways were built along the historic route. The Crow Pass Trail is the portion of the trail which is available for for outdoor recreation use. The south end of Crow Pass Trail is in Chugach National Forest, with the majority of the trail in Chugach State Park.
