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      Wasilla trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Snowshoeing, Hiking, Trail Running, E-Biking and Adaptive Biking. Popular destinations include Nancy Lake State Recreation Area and Wasilla.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 1, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      104
      Trails Mountain Bike
      100
      Trails E-Bike
      8
      Trails Gravel Bike
      15
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      8
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Horse
      4
      Trails Hike
      35
      Trails Trail Running
      35
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      4
      Trails Observed Trials
      4
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      4
      Trails Snowmobile
      75
      Trails Snowshoe
      80
      Trails Downhill Ski
      3
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      7
      Trails Nordic Ski
      79
      Total Distance
      654 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      72 miles
      Total Descent
      6,415 ft
      Total Vertical
      4,882 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      4,926 ft
      Reports
      21
      Photos
      30
      Completed Counter
      457

      Popular Wasilla Mountain Biking Trails

      90 0.0 4,879 ft 423 ft 25
      Connector to
      95 3.0 8 miles 2,574 ft 20
      A fun easy trail with amazing views. The trail becomes unrideable around 4 miles in. Continue on foot another 4 miles to the Mint Cabin.
      85 3.5 1 mile 4 ft 18 hike
      This 2-mile round trip hike begins right at the Summit Lake Recreation Area parking lot at the crest of Hatcher Pass. A beautiful climb that passes a lovely turquoise tarn called April Bowl and continues up the ridge to at an elevation...
      90 0.0 4,623 ft 57 ft 15 hike
      Fun ridge descent from . Hikers have right of way as always. Stay on trial and be respectful of tundra.
      100 0.0 1 mile 19 ft 12
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.
      5 5.0 3 miles 15 ft 11
      A fun trail leading up the valley with mixed terrain going from rocks to tundra.
      100 0.0 4,140 ft 2 ft 7
      Popular green difficulty gravel path. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 0.0 1 mile 11 ft 7
      Popular green difficulty gravel path. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.

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      Wasilla Mountain Bike Routes

      100 miles 1,198 ft 0
      2022 Susitna 100 trail route without checkpoints marked (MI 22 Point Mackenzie; MI 34 Flathorn Lake; MI 52...

      Photos of Wasilla Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Wasilla Mountain Bike

      Tundra Surfing in AK
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      trail: Hatch Peak
      0:07 | 247 | Aug 5, 2018
      Hatch Peak
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      0:07 | 217 | Jul 16, 2018
      Hatch Peak and April Bowl
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      trail: Hatch Peak
      3:14 | 450 | Jul 11, 2016
      Traveling 70 miles along ice shelves to a...
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      34:48 | 17 | Jan 21, 2026 , Wasilla
      Traveling 70 miles along ice shelves to a...
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      34:48 | 20 | Jan 21, 2026 , Wasilla

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      Recent Comments

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      CmsobintrailLane Hut TrailVery scenic. Some flow at the bottom, some...
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      coyoteJtrail$1000 RidgeGood ride July 14 2023
      Jul 14, 2023 @ 5:53pm
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike100650 miles5,938 ft70 miles4,882 ft
      #407#148252012,368
      E-Bike814 miles325 ft4 miles430 ft
      #7,214#2,17714133
      Gravel Bike1524 miles833 ft9 miles453 ft
      #5,361#1,75237
      Adaptive Bike815 miles348 ft5 miles171 ft
      #4,331#1,055
      Winter Fat Bike15 miles305 ft2 miles157 ft
      #5,361#1,752514
      Horse48 miles85 ft2 miles154 ft
      2
      Hike3548 miles5,420 ft18 miles4,882 ft
      #4,937#1,72720789
      Trail Running3548 miles5,420 ft18 miles4,882 ft
      #4,623#1,4152066
      Dirtbike/Moto48 miles85 ft2 miles154 ft
      2
      Observed Trials48 miles85 ft2 miles154 ft
      1
      ATV/ORV/OHV48 miles85 ft2 miles154 ft
      2
      Snowmobile75620 miles1,430 ft59 miles446 ft
      226
      Snowshoe80625 miles1,906 ft61 miles3,337 ft
      #7#5286
      Downhill Ski37 miles79 ft1 mile141 ft
      121
      Backcountry Ski79 miles226 ft2 miles256 ft
      1302
      Nordic Ski79624 miles1,906 ft61 miles446 ft
      2510

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Wasilla?
      Wasilla has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking.
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Wasilla?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Wasilla are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Wasilla?
      There are 8 parking locations listed in Wasilla. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      What is the longest trail in Wasilla?
      The longest trail in Wasilla is Gold Mint Trail at 8.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Wasilla?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Wasilla?
      How many trails are in Wasilla?
      Wasilla has a total of 104 trails. Of those, 100 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Wasilla to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Wasilla?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Wasilla is Gold Mint Trail with 2,574 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Wasilla?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Wasilla is Lane Hut Trail with 2,099 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Wasilla?
      Wasilla supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing.
      What bike services are there in Wasilla?
      The following bike services are available in Wasilla:
      • Bike Shop (1)
      Browse the full Wasilla directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Wasilla?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Wasilla is Fairangel Lakes Trail with an average grade of 14.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Wasilla?
      The overall region status for Wasilla is Clear / Green. Out of 13 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 11
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Wasilla?
      Yes, Wasilla supports e-bike riding. However, individual trail e-bike permissions vary. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Wasilla?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Wasilla are: View all mountain biking routes in Wasilla.
      What is the highest summit in Wasilla?
      The highest summit in Wasilla is Mount Torbert at 11,345 ft elevation.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Wasilla?
      The most popular Strava segments in Wasilla are:
      • Wasilla-Fishhook Climb Only (224 athletes)
      • East Along Seldon (115 athletes)
      • Thin Mint (83 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Wasilla.
      What are some popular technical trail features in Wasilla?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Wasilla. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Wasilla.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Wasilla?
      Yes, there are 8 accessible/adaptive trails in Wasilla. View all adaptive trails in Wasilla for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Wasilla?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Wasilla?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Wasilla are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Wasilla.
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