Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska
631 hiking & walking trails · 3parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 14 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
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
Curated Guides for Matanuska-Susitna County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska?
Yes — we have 631 mapped hiking and walking trails in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska for families?
Access Trail near Talkeetna is one of the best family picks in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska?
Each of the 631 trails in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska?
Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska has 3 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (1 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Alaska for more options beyond Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska.
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.