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Arnold L. Muldoon Park Loop

The feel

This is a short, easy wooded loop in a neighborhood park off Northern Lights Blvd, across from Carrs. A dedicated loop of exercise stations runs along the trail, and there is a picnic table at the park.

The trail is 4 to 8 ft wide, mixes asphalt with sand and dirt, and has a lot of shade. Moose are occasionally in the area. The loop connects to the paved Chester Creek trail and the Russian Jack Springs trail system.

What to expect

Route and terrain
Loop, 1 mile, with about 52 ft of gain. Asphalt and sand and dirt, 4 to 8 ft wide, shaded, with exercise stations.
Time
About half an hour.
Parking
A parking lot serves the park, off Northern Lights Blvd.
Dogs
Allowed on a leash.
Kids
Rated easy, with a loop of exercise installations along the trail.
Hazards
Occasional moose in the area.
Season and access
Open 6am to 11pm. Bus Route 10 stops where Northern Lights meets Muldoon Rd.

Mingo says

Aim for March through September. Keep an eye out for moose as you walk.

Before you go

  • Arrive between 6am and 11pm; the park is open those hours.
  • Take Bus Route 10 to Northern Lights and Muldoon Rd if you would rather not drive.
  • Keep your dog on a leash and use the waste bins.

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

Today

Getting there

Distance
1 mi
Elevation gain
52 ft
Route
Loop
Difficulty
Easy
Dogs
Allowed
High point
337 ft
Drive from Anchorage
in town
Drive from Fairbanks
Full day, 6h34 to Anchorage
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What it is like

Aurora outlook for Anchorage

🦟 Bugs: High (Jun-Jul) Bears: Common, make noise

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