Chanshtnu Muldoon Park

The feel

The loop crosses the South Fork of Chester Creek and circles a pond, with views of the Chugach Mountains. The park covers 26.74 acres of upland forest and open meadow at the southeast corner of Muldoon and DeBarr.

"Chanshtnu" is the Dena'ina name for Chester Creek, and "Muldoon" honors an early Anchorage homesteader in the area. The park opened in June 2018 with an ice-skating ribbon, farmers market space, an inclusive playground and a picnic pavilion. A fenced dog park, a community garden and food forest, and nature trails with overlooks followed in 2021.

What to expect

Route and terrain

Loop, 1.1 miles, with about 36 ft of gain. It crosses the South Fork of Chester Creek and circles a pond.

Time

About half an hour.

Parking

A parking lot serves the eastern area of the park, at the dog park. The park is at 1301 Muldoon Rd.

Dogs

A fenced dog park has separate enclosed areas for small dogs under 25 lbs and for all dogs.

Kids

Rated easy, with an inclusive playground in the park.

Hazards

The paved footpath from Muldoon Road through the park to the Boston St lot near the dog park is poorly lit at night.

Season and access

Open Monday to Sunday, 6 AM to 11 PM.

Mingo says

Plan to be out of the park by 11 PM, when it closes. Go in daylight, since the park has little light after dark.

Before you go

• Call (907) 343-4355 with questions about the park.
• Park at the Boston St lot to reach the dog park and the eastern trails.
• Use the fenced dog park if your dog is small; it has its own enclosure for dogs under 25 lbs.

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