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1.7 miles
Distance
150 ft
Climb
-148 ft
Descent
255 ft
High Point
1 ft
Altitude change
159 ft
Altitude min
215 ft
Altitude start
217 ft
Altitude end
-13.7%
Grade max
14.3%
Grade min
3,540 ft
Distance climb
4,003 ft
Distance down
1,401 ft
Distance flat

Horeshoe Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Nordic Ski
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Kincaid Park
    Anchorage, Alaska
  • Difficulty Rating
    Secondary Access Road/Trail Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Nordic Skiing [+]
    • 25 in Mountain Biking
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 40 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Snow Grooming
    Classic
  • Bike Type
    XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    One Direction[+]
    • One Direction for Gravel Biking
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

In the winter, the Horseshoe Loop is ski only (no dogs), one direction (counterclockwise), and groomed for classic only. In the summer, the trail is multi-use and two-directional.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Horeshoe Loop

        ▼ Where is Horeshoe Loop located?
        Horeshoe Loop is located in Kincaid Park, Anchorage, Alaska, United States. It is part of the Kincaid Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 61.15262, -150.0211.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Horeshoe Loop?
        Horeshoe Loop has 150 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 148 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 159 ft to 255 ft.
        ▼ Is Horeshoe Loop a point to point trail?
        Yes, Horeshoe Loop is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is doubletrack.
        ▼ How long is Horeshoe Loop?
        Horeshoe Loop is 1.7 miles long. The trail type is doubletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Horeshoe Loop?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Horeshoe Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How do I access Horeshoe Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Horeshoe Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How busy is Horeshoe Loop?
        Horeshoe Loop is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 9 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 9 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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