Flattop Mountain
The most climbed mountain in Alaska, about 30 minutes from the city, with a summit view over Anchorage, Cook Inlet and the Chugach Mountains.
Flattop Mountain rises to about 1,070 metres within Chugach State Park. The round trip from the Glen Alps trailhead covers about 5 km, with around 400 metres of elevation gain, and usually takes 2 to 3 hours. The first half follows wooden steps and loose gravel, while the final stretch requires scrambling over rock, so watch for falling stones on the descent. The flat, open summit offers views of Denali and the whole of Cook Inlet on clear days. A daily parking fee applies. In winter, avalanche risk is high, so this is only suitable for experienced hikers. The Glen Alps parking area is also a popular spot near town for viewing the northern lights.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Beluga Point
- Alaska Botanical Garden
- Potter Marsh
- Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Anchorage Museum
- Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
- Alaska Aviation Museum
- Lake Hood Seaplane Base