Don’t have a weekend to devote to hiking? That’s not a problem in the Wasilla and Palmer area, as there are several great hiking opportunities just minutes from town. Here are our five favorites:
1. Hatcher Pass
This is an easy choice! There are countless ways to explore Hatcher Pass, and there are trails that take off in seemingly every direction. A few favorites are Gold Mint Trail and Reed Lakes Trail – both can be done with relative ease or turned into a day-long trek. Also, the Government Peak Recreation Area, at the base of Hatcher Pass, has several very nice trails. Best of all, you can be in the wilderness in just 15 minutes from downtown Wasilla. Learn more about some local favorite trails.
2. Crevasse Moraine
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