Glen Alps Trailhead Rest Area — Attraction in Alaska

Great spot to get an overall view of the Anchorage Bowl, with views to the north to take in Denali and Mt. Foraker, across the inlet to Mt. Susitna and down the peninsula to Mt. Redoubt and Mt. Iliamna. There are hiking trails up to the top of Flattop, out along the Powerline trail with links to more trails up and down the gas line. Great access to the backcountry of Chugach State Park. There's a nominal parking fee, 5 bucks I think, but well worth...

A great place for one of several hikes. We tried flattop mountain but were unprepared for how difficult it would be in the fall. Everyone else going to the top had spikes on their shoes and most had spiked hiking sticks or ice picks to help them make it to the top. It would be a difficult hike even in the summer without...

Great hike, just outside of town. Parking lot fills up quick. Loop trail is fairly easy, minor exertion. The branch of the trail up to flat top is quite challenging and not for light weights. Numerous steps can be tricky if you have poor balance. Last section is hand over fist climbing. Bring your sticks...