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SaveSeward trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Snowshoeing and Backcountry Skiing. Trails here are often flowy. Scenery includes lakes, glaciers and alpine terrain. Common trail features include bridges. Amenities include huts. Popular destinations include Kenai Fjords National Park, Caines Head State Recreation Area and Two Lakes Park.
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- Mountain Bike
35 trails
- E-Bike
8 trails
- Hike
46 trails
- Trail Running
46 trails
- Snowshoe
8 trails
- Backcountry Ski
8 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Caution as of Sep 24, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 46
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 35
- Trails E-Bike
- 8
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 46
- Trails Trail Running
- 46
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 2
- Trails Snowshoe
- 8
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 8
- Total Distance
- 79 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 28 miles
- Total Descent
- 11,098 ft
- Total Vertical
- 3,518 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 3,529 ft
- Reports
- 56
- Photos
- 72
- Completed Counter
- 3,253
Articles
The Best Hike in Every State
Apr 14, 2019 from outsideonline.com
Alpine scrambles and beachfront strolls; multi-day singletrack adventures and quick urban escapes; soaring trees and rolling sand dunes—every...
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Caines Head State Recreation Area
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Two Lakes Park
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Popular Seward Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.9 • 8 miles • 2,105 ft • 350 •
Lost Lake starts at its namesake trailhead. After a very quick downhill out of the gate, the route climbs up through big forest. The trail is somewhat wide for singletrack and a bit technical with roots and rocks. Stay straight when the...
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 7 miles • 341 ft • 112 •
Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 341 ft black diamond climb. It features bridge. On average it takes 1 hour16 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 1,640 ft • 0 ft • 76 •
Lost Lake Trail leading directly to the lakeshore.
• 80 ★ 5.0 • 7 miles • 809 ft • 49 •
The south end of the trail is at about mile 11.5 of the Seward Highway at the Divide ski area trailhead. The north end of the trail starts at approximately 1/2 mile from the north end of the Primrose Trail. This trail travels through...
• 85 ★ 5.0 • 5 miles • 130 ft • 48 •
Popular white difficulty paved path. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 53 minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 1.5 • 7 miles • 1,488 ft • 39 •
From ~MP 6.5 of the Seward Highway, head up Bear Lake Rd. until it ends at Bleth St. The trail heads into the woods on the north side of the "L" intersection. The trail winds alongside Bear Lake for a couple of miles before making a...
• 55 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 31 ft • 16 •
Moderately popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 42 minutes to complete this trail.
• 60 ★ 0.0 • 3 miles • 1,470 ft • 8 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.
Photos of Seward Mountain Bike
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Current Trail Warnings
| status | trail | date | condition | user | info |
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| INHT - Primrose Trail | Sep 24, 2026 @ 1:36pm (America/Anchorage) Sep 24, 2026 | Dry | rm7freerider | 2026, Trail has been destroyed by Andrews... |
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| tod99 | add | photo | activity #105142390 | Oct 3, 2026 @ 1:31pm 12 hours |
| tod99 | add | trail | activity #105139734 | Oct 3, 2026 @ 1:01pm 13 hours |
| tod99 | vote | trail | activity #105130144 | Oct 3, 2026 @ 11:14am 15 hours |
| rm7freerider | add | report | activity #104513645 | Sep 24, 2026 @ 2:37pm Sep 24, 2026 |
| rm7freerider | comment | trail | activity #104513586 | Sep 24, 2026 @ 2:36pm Sep 24, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | 2026, Trail has been destroyed by Andrews and... | Sep 24, 2026 @ 2:36pm Sep 24, 2026 | ||
| trail | Still explicitly says no mountain bikes Aug 2026 | Aug 19, 2026 @ 9:38pm Aug 19, 2026 | ||
| trail | This is not a mountain bike trail it’s is to... | May 31, 2025 @ 2:13pm May 31, 2025 | ||
| trail | Haha not arguing with the... | May 2, 2025 @ 1:37pm May 2, 2025 | ||
| trail | Fantastic trail for MTB. A tough uphill but... | Jul 8, 2024 @ 6:51pm Jul 8, 2024 |
Local Badges
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10 Blue Trails2 awarded -

Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k11 awarded -

Climbing 10k Badge3 awarded -

Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded -

Epic Ride Descent 2k11 awarded -

Descent 10k Badge3 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Seward Community Bike Park | skill park | Seward |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 35 | 67 miles | 10,125 ft | 26 miles | 2,848 ft | #3,367 | #11 | 64 | 56 | 1,703 | ||
| E-Bike | 8 | 7 miles | 1,089 ft | 2 miles | 686 ft | #7,315 | #12 | 40 | 25 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 5 | 6 miles | 26 ft | 1 mile | 453 ft | #4,204 | #1,482 | 9 | ||||
| Hike | 46 | 79 miles | 11,099 ft | 28 miles | 3,517 ft | #3,216 | #8 | 8 | 56 | 2 | 1,665 | |
| Trail Running | 46 | 79 miles | 11,099 ft | 28 miles | 3,517 ft | #3,113 | #8 | 56 | 319 | |||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 2 | 1,726 ft | 151 ft | 16 ft | 5 | 1 | ||||||
| Snowshoe | 8 | 9 miles | 656 ft | 2 miles | 3,517 ft | #1,061 | #14 | 1 | 9 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 8 | 9 miles | 656 ft | 2 miles | 3,517 ft | #546 | #11 | 27 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Seward?
Seward has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Seward?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Seward are:
- Lost Lake Trail (4.6/5)
- Meridian Lakes (Iditarod NHT) (4.2/5)
- Seward Highway Bike Path (4.1/5)
- Finger Blaster (4.1/5)
- Skyline Trail (3.7/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Seward?
There are 12 parking locations listed in Seward. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Seward?
The longest trail in Seward is Lost Lake Trail at 7.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Seward?
The best hiking trails in Seward are:
- Harding Icefield Trail
- Glacier Overlook Trail
- Glacier Overlook Trail Loop
- Parking Lot Connector
- Glacier View Loop Trail
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Seward?
The best trail running trails in Seward are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Seward?
Seward has a total of 45 trails. Of those, 34 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Seward to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Seward?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Seward is Mount Marathon Trail with 2,564 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Seward?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Seward is INHT - Primrose Trail with 1,844 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Seward?
Seward supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Seward?
The following bike services are available in Seward:
- Bike Shop (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Seward?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Seward is Mount Marathon Trail with an average grade of 51.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Seward?
Yes, there are 4 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Seward. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Seward?
The overall region status for Seward is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 23 trails:
- Clear / Green: 16
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
- Significant Issue / Amber: 4
- Closed: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Seward?
Yes, Seward supports e-bike riding. There are 6 trails in Seward that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What is the highest summit in Seward?
The highest summit in Seward is Truuli Peak at 6,253 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Seward?
The most popular Strava segments in Seward are:
- Lost Lake Summer Trail Climb (1,321 athletes)
- National Forest Development Road 12 Climb (1,213 athletes)
- Clemens Sign to the Top (1,209 athletes)
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What trails are closed in Seward?
There are currently 1 closed trails in Seward. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 16
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
- Significant Issue / Amber: 4
- Closed: 1
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Seward?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Seward are:
- Seward Highway Bike Path
- Finger Blaster
- Lost Lake Trail
- Meridian Lakes (Iditarod NHT)
- Bear Lake (Iditarod NHT)
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Seward?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Seward are:
- Seward Highway Bike Path (5/5)
- Lost Lake Spur (0/5)
- Access Trail (0/5)
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