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Knik River, Southcentral Alaska

Hiking in Alaska: explore the regions and the trails

Every region has its own hike.

Pick a region in Alaska, discover its landscapes and compare trails by duration, level and access: 6 trails in 3 regions.

By François Dumaine

Knik River, Southcentral Alaska · photo from the LGPO trail page

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The regions in Alaska

Different landscapes. Real leads to help you choose.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I hike with my dog?

Our trail pages say dogs are allowed on 0 trails and not allowed on 2; for 4, the information is not confirmed. Always check the site manager's rules, especially about leashes.

How do I choose a hiking region?

For the widest choice: Interior Alaska (3 trails) and Arctic Alaska (2 trails).

Do I need to book access?

It depends on the place. parks and several reserves may charge an access fee, sometimes with a booking. The trail page says so when the information is known, and the site manager's own website remains the reference.