Anchorage Trail System

Anchorage Trail System, found throughout and near the city, consists of 120 miles of paved trails and 300 miles of unpaved and wilderness trails. The 11-mile Tony Knowles Coastal Trail stretches from downtown and winds along the scenic coastline; Flattop Mountain is a popular 3-mile day hike with spectacular views of the Alaska Range and Anchorage; the hike to Williwaw Valley stretches 10 miles with views of emerald lakes, wildflowers and Dall sheep; Kincaid Park's 43-mile trail meanders throughout 1,400 acres and is popular with runners; and Turnagain Arm Trail is a pleasant 9-mile amble along Turnagain Arm.