Hilltop Ski Area

The feel

Hilltop is Anchorage's small, in-town ski area, set in Far North Bicentennial Park near Chugach State Park. It was established in 1984 and is run by Youth Exploring Adventure, Inc., an Anchorage nonprofit. It has a triple Riblet chairlift, a magic carpet and a platter lift on 30 acres of groomed and lighted terrain.

The hill is mostly gentle: 80% of the terrain is easy, with 10% more difficult and 10% most difficult. There is also a pro level terrain park, and snowmaking covers all trails. The vertical rise is 294 feet.

What to expect

What it is

A nonprofit ski area with 12 trails, a terrain park and lighted night skiing.

Time

Day tickets run 9am to 5pm on weekends and holidays. Evening tickets run 3pm to 8pm on weekdays and weekends, and half day tickets run 12pm to 5pm.

Parking

Paved parking, inside the city.

Fees and passes

Day tickets start at $50 for weekends and holidays, and $45 for evening or half day tickets, with prices varying by age.

Kids

Ages 6 and under ski free with a full price adult ticket.

Season and access

Winter hours are Monday to Thursday 3pm to 8pm, Friday and Saturday 9am to 8pm, and Sunday 9am to 5pm. The opening date depends on snow. The address is 7015 Abbott Road, Anchorage.

Mingo says

Watch the temperature, since the area can start making snow if it stays under 26 degrees. Plan a Friday or Saturday trip if you want lighted night skiing, since those days run until 8pm.

Before you go

• Bring your own snow pants and jacket, since they are not rented or sold here.
• Bring or buy gloves, hats and goggles, since they are sold there but not rented.
• Ticket sales end one hour before closing.
• Call (907) 346-1446, or the conditions line at 907-346-2167.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.