Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska
631 hiking trails · 3parks & campgrounds · 14 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data.
About Hiking in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska
Matanuska-Susitna County is home to 631 mapped hiking trails and 3 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 14 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Matanuska-Susitna County
Up to 203 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Matanuska-Susitna County
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Sample Parks in Matanuska-Susitna County
Sample Trails in Matanuska-Susitna County
Hiking guides for Alaska
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Matanuska-Susitna County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Alaska, Ranked
Alaska's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykAlaska's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Alaska trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Alaska
Ten gentle, well-marked Alaska trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Alaska
Alaska's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Alaska
Federal parks and recreation areas in Alaska ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Alaska: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Alaska's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.