All Hiking Trails in Alaska

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Sunlit forest trail winding through tall conifersPhoto: Sergei Akulich
State Rankings

The 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.

By The OutsideAtlas Team7 min
Hiker on a high alpine ridge above a glacial valley at dawnPhoto: Tobias Mrzyk
State Rankings

Alaska'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.

By The OutsideAtlas Team7 min
Hiker on a high alpine ridge above a glacial valley at dawnPhoto: Tobias Mrzyk
State Rankings

The Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Alaska

Ten gentle, well-marked Alaska trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.

By The OutsideAtlas Team7 min
Sunlit forest trail winding through tall conifersPhoto: Sergei Akulich
State Rankings

The 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Alaska

Alaska's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.

By The OutsideAtlas Team7 min
Alpine lake reflecting jagged mountain peaks at sunrisePhoto: Joshua Earle
Parks & Travel

The 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.

By The OutsideAtlas Team6 min
Sunlit forest trail winding through tall conifersPhoto: Sergei Akulich
State Rankings

Best 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.

By The OutsideAtlas Team7 min