Chugach National Forest
A tapestry of land, water, plants, and animals. Its geographic diversity is unique among national forests with destinations for adventurers and nature enthusiasts the world over and are once-in-a-lifetime destinations…
Arctic Air Expeditions
One of a kind guided tours. Alaska ATV Adventure owner, Tim Cook will escort you from authentic Alaskan Native villages to close-up views of the mighty polar bear.
Lifetime Adventures
Epic opportunities for locals and visitors to Alaska. Kayak & bike rentals, lessons, custom packages, equipment shuttles & more! Dan, Barbara, and their crew welcome you to your Alaskan adventure!
Sheep Mountain Lodge
Enjoy spectacular mountain views, local outdoor recreational activities, modern handcrafted cabins, delicious home cooked meals, and old-fashioned Alaskan hospitality!
Jon Van Zyle
Jon Van Zyle has spent over four decades capturing the essence of Alaska’s landscapes, wildlife, people, and sports. His original paintings and reproductions are represented in many galleries in the United States and Europe.
Alaska Glacier Lodge
Offering a unique balance between an Alaska lodge stay and a cabin adventure with amenities you would expect from a hotel. Close to the city of Anchorage but a world away in wilderness.
Eagle Head Cabins
Located on the banks of the Kenai River with great salmon and rainbow trout fishing available. Our Kenai River log cabins are built for your comfort and enjoyment, fully furnished, and tastefully decorated in the Alaska theme.
Things to do near the trailhead
(South Anchorage / Bird Creek / Girdwood / Alyeska)
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation and public education. AWCC takes in injured and orphaned animals year-round and provides spacious enclosures and quality animal care.
Alyeska Aerial Tram
A 3 to 7 minute scenic ride from The Hotel Alyeska to the top of Mt. Alyeska. You can see miles in all directions. Don’t forget to look down! In the summer months, moose and bear sightings are common.
Portage Glacier Cruise
One of Alaska’s most popular attractions. Visit the sheer, awesome face of a mighty Alaska glacier located just an hour from Anchorage.
Crow Creek Mine
Gold Panning & Prospecting are great recreational activities that people all around the world engage in. Crow Creek Mine allows guests a rare opportunity to gain access to our productive and highly reputable Gold Rich property.
Hiking Trails
There are several hiking trails in the area. All listed trails are managed and non-motorized use only; mileage is one way. Trails shown on the map that are not listed here may be indistinct and hard to find. Be alert as you hike and bike–bears and moose love our valley too!
Bird Creek Campground
Just south of Anchorage, the campground offers experiences like fishing, hiking, whale watching, wildlife viewing and spectacular sunsets. These wooded sites have fire rings, picnic tables and water. Hosts on site seasonally.
Dining options near the trailhead
(South Anchorage / Bird Creek / Girdwood / Alyeska)
7-Glaciers
Alyeska Resort’s AAA Four Diamond award winning mountain-top luxury restaurant begins with a scenic aerial tram ride that takes you high above The Hotel Alyeska. From the mountaintop every table features panoramic glacier and water views.
Brown Bear Saloon
The saloon offers a full-service bar and a moderately priced grill menu. We are a locals’ establishment year-round, as well as having many travelers every year.
Double Musky
This Girdwood, Alaska restaurant serves classic New Orleans dishes done with Alaska Seafood; such as halibut stuffed with crab meat dressing and topped with Creole burre blanc sauce, shrimp ettoufee, shrimp and sausage jambalaya, Lobster KaBobs, and salmon au poirve.
Chair 5
All of our food is prepared to order from scratch using the freshest ingredients available. This takes a little time, so sit back, relax, and enjoy your visit to Chair 5.
Jack Sprat
Established in 2001, Jack Sprat serves carnivores and vegans side by side in what has been a peaceful culinary experiment! Our slogan is “Fat & Lean World Cuisine” which allows for healthy alternatives with flavors from around the globe.
Agency Links
Chugach State Park
Located in Southcentral Alaska mostly within the Municipality of Anchorage. The park contains approximately 495,000 acres of land and is one of the four largest state parks in the United…
Alaska Department of Natural Resources
The Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation provides outdoor recreation opportunities and conserves and interprets natural, cultural, and historic resources for the use, enjoyment, and welfare of the people.
University of Alaska, Fairbanks
Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) Forecast official website. The best time of year for aurora viewing is in the spring when the probability for clear skies is twice as likely as…
Alaska Fish & Game Department
Visit this web site for general information and to purchase hunting and fishing licenses online.
News & Events
Seward’s Mount Marathon Race
July – According to folklore, the tradition of the Mt. Marathon Race began when two sourdoughs argued about the possibility of climbing and descending the mountain in less than an…
Great Alaska Sportsman Show
March/April – Alaska’s largest annual sports and outdoor show offers everything for the sports and outdoor enthusiast with demonstrations, clinics, the kids fishing pond, laser rifle range, mobile aquatic classroom…