Chugach State Park

 

Anchorage Alaska's trail riders have the outstandingly scenic Chugach State Park in their back yard. The popular hillside area is the closest and easiest access to over 20 miles of day use trails.

 

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What to Expect

• Over 20 miles of equestrian trails
• Horseback riding is allowed in most of the park.
• Day Use

Rules and Regulations

• Land Manager = Alaska Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation
• Campgrounds and picnic areas, the Eagle River Valley from Crow Pass to the Nature Center, the Meadow Creek Drainage, the Turn again Arm Trail, and the Flattop Mountain Trails are closed to horse riding.
• The park in the vicinity of the Glen Alps Trailhead is also closed to horse use except for one trail from the Glen Alps parking area to the Powerline Trail.
• Other trails in the Hillside area are generally open but may be closed seasonally to prevent damage.

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