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Hillside Singletrack Trails
4.9 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Running trail in Anchorage, Alaska · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Hillside Singletrack Trails' 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.
What runners say about Hillside Singletrack Trails
Best trails in Anchorage and for groomed natural trails I've never seen any better. They aren't fully man-made perfect flowy trails but they are perfectly worked into the hill and are tremendously enjoyable to ride, weather you want XC, singletrack, or downhill.
Great little trail system with awesome singletrack and a peaceful forest vibe. Well‑maintained, easy to navigate, and perfect for a quick ride or walk. Loved the scenery and the quiet atmosphere
Nice up and down trail system in the service area. Singletrack is a little old school, with a few cool rock features. Expansion coming in late 2018
Trail conditions & character
“They aren't fully man-made perfect flowy trails but they are perfectly worked into the hill and are tremendously enjoyable to ride, weather you want XC, singletrack, or downhill.”
Plan your run at Hillside Singletrack Trails
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Websitesingletrackadvocates.org
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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