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2.8 miles
Distance
168 ft
Climb
-194 ft
Descent
00:32:55
Avg time
-24 ft
Altitude change
142 ft
Altitude min
226 ft
Altitude max
188 ft
Altitude start
164 ft
Altitude end
-0.2%
Grade
-14.3%
Grade max
11.9%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
2,648 ft
Distance flat
00:32:55
Avg time

Mize Lighted Details

  • Activities
    • Nordic Ski
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Kincaid Park
    Anchorage, Alaska
  • Difficulty Rating
    Secondary Access Road/Trail Rate
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Nordic Skiing [+]
    • 45 in Mountain Biking
    • 90 in Trail Running
    • 50 in Hiking
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #252 in Nordic Skiing [+]
    • #145923 in Mountain Biking
    • #8047 in Trail Running
    • #43143 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Snow Grooming
    Classic / Skating
  • Bike Type
    XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    One Direction[+]
    • One Direction for Gravel Biking
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow

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

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 10.5 km avg distance
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  • 156 rides
  • Last: Aug 29, 2026
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Mize Lighted Trail Reports

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Feb 24, 2026 @ 8:48am (America/Anchorage)
Feb 24, 2026
 Perfect groomed conditions
Nov 9, 2025 @ 2:53pm (America/Anchorage)
Nov 9, 2025
 Start of a new year - Go get it! Snowmachine packed
May 24, 2024 @ 7:27pm
May 24, 2024
Mar 29, 2023 @ 11:16pm
Mar 29, 2023
Jan 9, 2023 @ 10:30am
Jan 9, 2023
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Snow Groomed
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      May 24, 2024 @ 7:27pm
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      Routes with this trail

      3
      Dash's X-Country Meet
      ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 104 ft • 6 • Loop •
      Quickie so we can walk Dash's x country route
      3
      Short Mize Loop
      2 miles • 94 ft • 1 • Loop •
      Beginner Mize route skipping the hills.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Mize Lighted located?
      Mize Lighted is located in Kincaid Park, Anchorage, Alaska, United States. It is part of the Kincaid Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 61.15625, -150.05127.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Mize Lighted?
      Mize Lighted has 168 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 194 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 142 ft to 226 ft.
      ▼ Is Mize Lighted a point to point trail?
      Yes, Mize Lighted is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is doubletrack.
      ▼ How long is Mize Lighted?
      Mize Lighted is 2.8 miles long. The trail type is doubletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Mize Lighted?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Mize Lighted. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Mize Lighted? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Mize Lighted are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ski Mize Lighted?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 23 minutes to ski Mize Lighted. The trail is 2.8 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Mize Lighted?
      Mize Lighted is a very popular trail. There have been 1,947 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,889 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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