Petersburg County, Alaska
62 hiking & walking trails · 16parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 4 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Petersburg County, Alaska
Petersburg County is home to 62 mapped hiking trails and 16 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 4 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Petersburg County
Up to 78 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Petersburg County
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Sample Parks in Petersburg County
Sample Trails in Petersburg County
Curated Guides for Petersburg County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Petersburg County, Alaska?
Yes — we have 62 mapped hiking and walking trails in Petersburg County, Alaska, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Petersburg County, Alaska for families?
Affleck Canal Portage Trail near Point Baker is one of the best family picks in Petersburg 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 Petersburg County, Alaska?
Each of the 62 trails in Petersburg 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 Petersburg County, Alaska?
Petersburg County, Alaska has 16 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Petersburg County, Alaska?
Yes — 6 of Petersburg County, Alaska's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is BIG JOHN BAY CABIN with 1 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Petersburg County, Alaska?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Alaska for more options beyond Petersburg County, Alaska.
Hiking guides for Alaska
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Petersburg 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.