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Chugach State Park

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Trails: Several trails at throughout Chugach State Park are groomed for cross-country skiing. Three main areas are Eklutna Lake, Glen Alps and Prospect Heights. There are also many ungroomed trails in the park but some are used by snowmobiles.
Caution: Some backcountry trails may be exposed to avalanche hazard.
Caution: Avalanche hazard may exist on some of the steeper backcountry trails.
Trail fees: Vehicle entry pass
Tel: Park office 907-457-5014, DNR PIC (Anchorage) 907-269-8400
Snow report: Trail conditions are posted on the NSAA website
Nearest town: Indian, AK
Web site: Chugach SP | Nordic Ski Association of Anchorage
Trail map: Available at the park and on the park's website
Equipment rentals: In Anchorage
Ski lessons: No
Other winter activities: Snowmobiling, snowshoeing, walking
Facilities: None
Lodging on site: No
Lodging nearby: Anchorage has many hotels and other accommodation
Tourism info: Anchorage Visitors Bureau
Weather forecast: Anchorage
Location of trails: Trails are located throughout Chugach park east of Anchorage. Eklutna Lake is accessed from the Glenn Highway at the town of Eklutna, 20 miles northeast of Anchorage. Glen Alps and Prospect Heights are just east of Anchorage.
Map of local region: Chugach State Park (Glen Alps access)

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