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Eklutna Lakeside Trail
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This scenic trail is an old road bed that follows the north edge of the lake for eight miles and then extends into the backcountry. In the summer the trail is bordered by wildflowers and in the fall currants, cranberries and raspberries grow alongside the trail.
The road was open to passenger vehicles until 1977 when sections washed out, making it unsafe for such vehicles. Today it is popular with hikers, skiers, joggers, bikers, ATVers and horseback riders. Motorcycles are prohibited. Each mile is marked for easy reference.
Typical travel times for the 13-mile trail. One-way are: hiking - six hours; bicycle - two to three hours; horseback - four to five hours; and ATV - 50 minutes. The trail is usually open to ATVs Sunday through Wednesday, but may be closed at times due to trail conditions. For information call the ranger station or Chugach State Park Headquarters.

Facilities: The Eklutna Lake Campground provides restrooms, water, picnic tables, and fire rings.

Reservations: No reservations are needed.

Best Time To Visit: This park is open year-round.

Fees: There is no fee to enter the park.

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: There are a variety of rules at the Chugach State Park, concerning everything from horses, pets, firearms, vehicles, quicksand, gold panning and more. Please contact the park for more specific information.

Directions: From Glenn Highway, take Eklutna Exit at mile 26. Turn toward mountains and follow park signs 10 miles on gravel road to Eklutna Lake and campground. Then begin at the trailhead parking lot, cross the Twin Peaks Creek Bridge and take a right onto the Lakeside Trail.

Address
Chugach State Park
HC 52
Box 8999
Indian, Alaska 99540
Phone
General: (907) 345-5014
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