Whittier, Alaska
Top Spots in and near Whittier
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Cooper Landing, Alaska
Paddle on Kenai Lake
I set off down the road towards “the lake I saw on the way in that was really blue”. From Seward, AK I knew that Kenai Lake was along State Highway 9, our only road out of town. It was deceiving to see the south end of the lake about 10 miles outside of Seward- but I found that the most accessibl...Read more -
Cooper Landing, Alaska
Hike to the top of Slaughter Gulch
5 mi / 2600 ft gainSlaughter Gulch Trail is a leg-busting 2600' ascent up Slaughter Mountain in Cooper Landing, Alaska. Covering only a few miles, the trail is steep and quite rocky in some places, requiring the use of trekking poles, all fours, or impeccable balance. Start off early at the small parking lot near t...Read more -
Anchorage, Alaska
Drive along Turnagain Arm
5.0This stretch of highway is just as beautiful (if not more!) as the famous Pacific Coast Highway on the west coast. You truly couldn’t ask for more. Beautiful mountains, glaciers, and water provide the scenery here. There are dozens of pull off opportunities. The highway is marked with mile mar...Read more -
Anchorage, Alaska
Hike the Twin Peaks Trail
5.02.6 mi / 1800 ft gainThe lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains that host a variety of interesting wildlife. If you look closely, it is not uncommon to see a Dall's sheep or two on the mountain side. At the western edge of the lake, you will find the parking lot and trailhead. There are picnic tables and a bathh...Read more -
Palmer, Alaska
Explore Eklutna Lake
This beautiful lake is fed by Eklutna Glacier. There is so much to do here: Rent bikes or kayaks (bring your own too). Info about renting is here. Walk or bike along the trail that wraps around the lake Hike Twin Peaks TrailIf you want a more difficult hike, do Pepper Peak. This hike incorp...Read more -
Anchorage, Alaska
Hike Mt. Baldy in Chugach State Park
4.83 mi / 550 ft gainNestled in the mountains behind Eagle River, AK is Mt. Baldy. The hike to the top is an excellent choice if your time in Alaska is limited. The trailhead begins at the end of a spacious parking lot, which also offers some impressive views if any members of you party cannot make the climb. The tra...Read more -
Palmer, Alaska
Hike the Pioneer Ridge-Austin Helmers Trail
5.09 mi / 5000 ft gainStarting at less than 200ft above sea level, the trail starts off steep and never lets up. It climbs through forest until you are at about 2000ft. The trail gets muddy as the ground thaws and becomes very slick. The vegetation thins out as the elevation increases and the trail begins to cut back ...Read more