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        Region Details
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        Region Status
        Open as of Jun 3, 2026
        Local Trail Association

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        151
        Trails Mountain Bike
        146
        Trails E-Bike
        40
        Trails Horse
        1
        Trails Hike
        140
        Trails Trail Running
        147
        Trails Snowmobile
        1
        Trails Snowshoe
        88
        Trails Backcountry Ski
        6
        Trails Nordic Ski
        67
        Total Distance
        121 miles
        Total Descent Distance
        50 miles
        Total Descent
        6,669 ft
        Total Vertical
        6,274 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        6,293 ft
        Reports
        1,085
        Photos
        39
        Ridden Counter
        12,863
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        Popular Chugiak-Eagle River Mountain Biking Trails

        95 4.5 1,627 ft 20 ft 530
        Take the from the MIrror Lake side of Hot Tamale to the top of Bee-Lee and the Overlook. Trail is one-way climb and then one-way descent back to the Edmonds Lake side of Hot Tamale.
        95 4.4 1,936 ft 64 ft 378
        Follow the numbered signs from the north side of the to get back to the Red and s. connects at 6 and 8, at 9. There is a road crossing between 7 and 8.
        95 4.7 4,948 ft 106 ft 357
        A fun, flowy loop trail through the woods with a few small rock features mixed in. There's a viewpoint of the Chugach front range at post 12. You can skip the Red 10 - 12 spur and go from 10 to 13 to just keep riding! The end of the...
        100 5.0 410 ft 3 ft 351
        Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a hard overall physical rating. It features drop, jump and ladder bridge. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
        100 4.0 479 ft 0 ft 324
        This is , a small family-friendly trailhead bike park at Mirror Lake. THE WAY has some rollable beginner-friendly 2' jumps and a 2' tall 24" wide wooden "split decision" at the top. There is an easy ride around to the left of the split...
        95 3.0 3,215 ft 45 ft 316
        Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
        100 3.0 1,181 ft 25 ft 310
        Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
        95 4.0 377 ft 0 ft 279
        Popular blue difficulty family friendly singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features drop, jump and skinny. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

        Today
        • 0 rides
        Yesterday
        • 4 rides
        Past Week
        • 39 rides

        Chugiak-Eagle River Mountain Bike Routes

        5.0 3 miles 119 ft 5 Loop
        *WINTER ONLY* The Bog Loop is highly recommended for beginners and first time winter riders at Mirror...
        5.0 2,900 ft 30 ft 0 Loop
        Built in 2018, this is a great first loop to explore the Mirror Lake SIngletrack. Head out the multiuse...
        1,004 ft 28 ft 2
        This is the exit to Ferngully. Enjoy!
        5 miles 196 ft 5 Loop Race
        Race course for the 2025 Merry Masher fat bike race.
        5 miles 204 ft 5 Loop Race
        Race course for the 2025 Merry Masher fat bike race.
        4 miles 362 ft 11 Loop Race
        Friday July 14th, 2023 Mirror Lake Merry Masher Race Course!

        Photos of Chugiak-Eagle River Mountain Bike

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        Jul 10, 2024 @ 10:09pm
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        Jan 13, 2023 @ 12:34pm
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        100 |
        Jun 16, 2022 @ 3:43pm
        Jun 16, 2022
        92 |
        Jun 16, 2022 @ 3:40pm
        Jun 16, 2022
        100 |
        Jun 16, 2022 @ 3:38pm
        Jun 16, 2022
        110 |
        Jun 16, 2022 @ 3:38pm
        Jun 16, 2022
        77 |
        Jun 16, 2022 @ 3:36pm
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        Jun 16, 2022 @ 3:36pm
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        Jun 16, 2022 @ 3:36pm
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        Jun 16, 2022 @ 3:25pm
        Jun 16, 2022
        70 |
        Jun 16, 2022 @ 7:44am
        Jun 16, 2022
        763 |
        Oct 27, 2018 @ 10:06am
        Oct 27, 2018

        Videos of Chugiak-Eagle River Mountain Bike

        Coastal Alaska Fat Bike Ride Dec 2019
        0:17 | 30 | Jan 7, 2023
        Be Like Jack!  Kickster Singletrack in Alaska.
        0:47 | 126 | May 17, 2020
        0:47 | 57 | May 17, 2020
        Deep Purple
        3:46 | 1 | Jun 17, 2026 , Chugiak-Eagle River
        Hexxus
        trail: Hexxus
        0:22 | 0 | Jun 16, 2026 , Chugiak-Eagle River
        Willpower
        3:49 | 3 | Jun 15, 2026 , Chugiak-Eagle River
        Raven's Ridge
        4:39 | 3 | Jun 14, 2026 , Chugiak-Eagle River
        Mirror Lake - 'Lazy G'
        trail: Lazy G
        0:05 | 56 | Sep 15, 2025 , Chugiak-Eagle River

        Recent Trail Reports

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        Kii-YAH
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        DryLooks good today. Summer has started!bneffer
        Lemon Squeezy
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        DryLooks good today. Summer has started!bneffer
        Deep Purple
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        DryLooks good today. Summer has started!bneffer
        Bog Trail (Red Loop)
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        VariableSome decent wet spots still. Summer has...bneffer
        Hot Tamale (Red Loop)
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        VariableLooks good today. Summer has started!bneffer
        Kendall Klimb
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        DryLooks good today. Summer has started!bneffer
        Return to Sender
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        DryLooks good today. Summer has started!bneffer
        Bee-Line (Ben's Line)
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        DryLooks good today. Summer has started!bneffer
        Wilson's Way (Yellow Trail)
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        DryLooks good today. Summer has started!bneffer
        The Hook
        Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 3, 2026
        IdealLooks good today. Summer has started!bneffer

        Activity Feed

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        Jun 15, 2026 @ 7:02am
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        Jun 15, 2026 @ 1:02am
        Jun 15, 2026

        Recent Comments

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        12aklabstrailLazy GAwesome trail but go slow the first time you...
        Aug 3, 2025 @ 4:20pm
        Aug 3, 2025
        HilandRaventrailMirror Lake Winter LoopGood route
        Dec 10, 2024 @ 10:43am
        Dec 10, 2024
        HilandRavenreportKendall KlimbDry and frozen surface now
        Oct 19, 2024 @ 10:52am
        Oct 19, 2024
        HilandRavenreportKendall KlimbNow dry with frozen dirt
        Oct 19, 2024 @ 10:51am
        Oct 19, 2024
        WillTayganreportEasy Peasy (Green Trail)Thanks!!
        Nov 25, 2023 @ 4:58pm
        Nov 25, 2023

        Local Badges


        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike144102 miles5,942 ft45 miles981 ft
        #1,049#41036974129,507
        E-Bike4046 miles1,581 ft20 miles571 ft
        #3,043#1,12216722137
        Horse11,178 ft59 ft
        1201
        Hike140117 miles6,453 ft48 miles6,273 ft
        #1,588#710394212,371
        Trail Running147120 miles6,581 ft49 miles6,273 ft
        #1,212#4379421522
        Snowmobile1138 ft
        1151
        Snowshoe8872 miles3,540 ft26 miles6,273 ft
        #214#523514189
        Backcountry Ski67 miles164 ft2 miles607 ft
        #531#1511144694
        Nordic Ski6745 miles1,939 ft16 miles978 ft
        #400#1071290833

        Frequently Asked Questions About Chugiak-Eagle River

        What are the best places to ride in Chugiak-Eagle River?
        Chugiak-Eagle River has 6 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Chugiak-Eagle River?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Chugiak-Eagle River are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Chugiak-Eagle River?
        Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Chugiak-Eagle River are:
        • May (84 activities)
        • June (82 activities)
        • December (78 activities)
        Check the Chugiak-Eagle River reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Chugiak-Eagle River?
        There are 14 parking locations listed in Chugiak-Eagle River. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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