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Portage Pass Trail

Portage Pass Hike is a A 2-mile one-way trail, with a 750-foot elevation gain, that rewards visitors with awe-inspiring views of glaciers, mountains, and a pristine lake. Trailhead is accessed via Whittier Tunnel to Prince William Sound.

RV Camping on the Turnagain Arm

RV Camping on the Turnagain Arm which is south of Anchorage towards Girdwood and Whittier, Alaska. There are multiple places to camp but very few facilities such as electricity and dump station

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Nordic Skiing in Girdwood

Girdwood, Alaska has miles of groomed nordic ski trails for all ages and ability levels. Walkers, pets, snow bikers, and snowshoeing are welcome on many of the maintained trails.

Upper Winner Creek Trail

A hiking and expert biking trail that is 14 miles round trip to Berry Pass. The majestic views from the pass are some of the best in all of South Central Alaska.

Beaver Pond Trail

Beaver Pond Trail is a solid choice for both hiking, biking and nordic skiing. The 2.7 mile trail starts at California Creek and ends at the Bird-Gird Bike Path.

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Girdwood Parks and Recreation

Girdwood Parks and Recreation maintains the community’s public parks, trails, and amenities. Girdwood Parks and Recreation issues permit for use of the Girdwood Community Room, Marlow Pavilion, and local trails, as well as the walk-in tent campground.

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Alyeska Resort - Mountain

Alyeska Resort is Alaska’s premier year-round destination featuring the 300-room Hotel Alyeska, a 60-passenger aerial tram and Alaska’s largest ski area

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Glacier City Tours

Come and experience the excitement & adventure of the backcountry with Alaska’s most experienced tour company! Offering Winter snowmobiling and Summer hiking/rafting tours for all ages and levels.

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Alaska Wildland Adventures

Alaska Wildland Adventures offers award-winning Alaska vacation packages, wilderness lodges, and tours on the Kenai Peninsula, Kenai Fjords, Chugach Mountains and in Denali National Park.

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Salmon Berry Travel and Tours

Salmon Berry Travel & Tours in Alaska offer locally guided small group or private Day Tours and Multi-Day Adventures!

Chugach Adventure Guides

Chugach Adventure Guides is your premier guide company in Girdwood. We offer Kayaking, Overnight Camping, White water rafting, Glacier Trekking, Glacier Salmon Bakes, and Heli Hiking Options in the Chugach National Forest. We also provide logistical and safety support for film, photoshoots, and other production projects as needed throughout Alaska.

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Alyeska Apparel and Rentals

Alyeska Apparel and Rental Shops sale ski clothing and offer ski and bike rental equipment on Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska. Bike and Ski Rentals.

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Alaska Backcountry Access

Alaska Backcountry Access is Alaska’s most diverse guide and outfitting service offering adventure activities, equipment rentals, backcountry logistics and expeditions year-round. Snowmobile Rental.

Moose Meadows

A winter multi-use 2.0-mile trail in Girdwood, Alaska that is great for all levels of skiing and biking. Flat, easy trails system that connects to the 5K Nordic Loop

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Crow Pass

Crow Pass Trail is one of the best hikes in the Chugach Mountains. It’s part of the original Iditarod trail with breathtaking scenery. On the 21-mile hike, you will see glaciers, mine ruins, wildlife, lakes, and rivers. Great for mulit-day trip or smaller out and back hikes.

Lower Winner Creek Trail

Lower Winner creek trail should not be missed when visiting Girdwood. The trail is an easy to moderate 3-mile hike or bike ride on a well-maintained trail. The path travels through the lush rainforest forest, down a canyon, over a gorge and ending at an old-fashioned hand tram!

Upper Iditarod Trail

Upper part of the Historic Iditarod trail that passes through Girdwood. This section of the trail marries up with Winner Creek Trail by Crow Creek Mine.

Lower Iditarod Trail

A wonderful trail that meanders along Glacier Creek from New Girdwood to Historic Old Girdwood. An excellent trail for all ages and activities.

Virgin Creek Trail

The Virgin Creek Falls trail is one of the easiest hikes in Girdwood. The distance is approximately a half-mile round trip and takes 10 minutes to hike.

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Bird to Gird Bike Path

The Bird to Gird bike path is a must-do when visiting Girdwood! Some say it’s the most beautiful bike path in all of Southcentral Alaska. This gorgeous, paved trail is 12 miles one way (24 miles round trip) and winds along Turnagain arm.

Alyeska North Face Trail

The Alyeska North Face Trail is 2.5 miles with an elevation gain of 2500 feet so it’s not for the faint of heart. The trail opened in 2009 and has been a local favorite ever since. The switchback trail is wide, well-defined with some incredible views of the Girdwood Valley and Turnagain Arm.

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