The Best Hiking in Fairbanks
Looking for the best hiking in Fairbanks? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Fairbanks. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top hiking spots in and near Fairbanks
-
Fairbanks, Alaska
Wander Lake Trail
1.57 mi / 131 ft gainWander Lake Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Chena Riverwalk
3.07.51 mi / 509 ft gainChena Riverwalk is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Farm Road Trail and Chickadee Loop
2.38 mi / 161 ft gainFarm Road Trail and Chickadee Loop is a loo trail that takes you by a lake located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Boreal Forest and Seasonal Wetland Trail
2.41 mi / 171 ft gainBoreal Forest and Seasonal Wetland Trail is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Birch Hill's Blue Loop Trail
1.26 mi / 161 ft gainBirch Hill's Blue Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Ballaine Lake, Estle Connector, Baseline Classic Loop
4.09 mi / 302 ft gainBallaine Lake, Estle Connector, Baseline Classic Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Powerline Loop
2.78 mi / 338 ft gainPowerline Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Ester Dome Inner Loop
2.98 mi / 433 ft gainEster Dome Inner Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more -
North Pole, Alaska
Beaver Slough Nature Trail
1.22 mi / 151 ft gainBeaver Slough Nature Trail is an out-and-back where you may see local wildlife located near North Pole, Alaska.Read more -
North Pole, Alaska
Chena River Nature Trail
2.83 mi / 105 ft gainChena River Nature Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more -
Salcha, Alaska
Harding Lake Nature Trail
0.49 mi / 62 ft gainHarding Lake Nature Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Salcha, Alaska.Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Snowshoe the Granite Tors Loop Trail
15 mi / 2900 ft gainThe Granite Tors Loop Trailhead is located at Milepost 39 on Chena River Road east of Fairbanks. It starts at about 700ft above sea level and climbs to about 3200ft, peaking around the 8 mile mark. The climb is slow and continuous adding to the difficulty of the hike.The Chena River State Recreat...Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Backpack Granite Tors
5.015 miWe split this 15-mile loop into an overnight backpacking trip and had an amazing time. Our route started up the eastern side of the loop and took us past the trail shelter. Once we reached the tors, we settled in and set up camp. It was stunning and we actually wished we would have left a day bet...Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Hike Angel Rocks Trail
5.03.5 mi / 900 ft gainAngel Rocks is a moderately difficult trail in the Chena River State Recreation Area. The 3.5-mile loop is a great day hike and is frequented by many locals after work. The hike takes you along the Chena River before climbing up 900 feet to sweeping views of the forest below. The “Angel Rocks” ar...Read more -
Fairbanks, Alaska
Chena Dome Trail
34.3 mi / 6864 ft gainChena Dome Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Fairbanks, Alaska.Read more