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Anchorage Coastal Trail Beach Access
4.8 ★★★★★ 197 Google reviews · Running trail in Anchorage, Alaska · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Anchorage Coastal Trail Beach Access' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic trail for biking and walking featuring coastal scenery and moose.
What runners say about Anchorage Coastal Trail Beach Access
“If you love a beautiful view and a nice walk then the coastal trail is definitely a must do while visiting Anchorage.”
beautiful paved accessible easy walking trail along the coast. great for bird viewing. lots of wildflowers, wildlife like rabbits, squirrels, swans, ducks, cranes, bees etc.
Midnight at the coastal trail in Anchorage offering us a pristine view of one of Alaska's greatest national attractions,yet over a couple hundreds of miles and some change away,Mount Denali reigns magnanimous as her supreme beauty calls those fortunate enough to lay eyes on her a breathtaking moments of…
This is one of my favorite routes for outdoor sports, perfect for both winter and spring! The views are spectacular. In winter, be prepared for some strong winds, but it's amazing for running and skiing when the snow is good.
Visited in the middle of winter. Water was frozen and the entire park was covered in snow. As a desert rat on vacation, it made for gorgeous views. Awesome trails too that are easy to walk. Great spot if you're a tourist hoping to see some beautiful sights.
Trail conditions & character
“If you love a beautiful view and a nice walk then the coastal trail is definitely a must do while visiting Anchorage.”
“Very little elevation changenand wide, paved paths, so even the most novice of hikers won't find it challenging.”
“Very little elevation changenand wide, paved paths, so even the most novice of hikers won't find it challenging.”
“It was a bit difficult for me to navigate around all the strollers and kids walking and other bikers.”
Plan your run at Anchorage Coastal Trail Beach Access
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–11 PM |
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