Crevasse Moraine Trails

The feel

The trails wind over ridges and depressions left behind by glaciers, in forested loops. The loops range from novice to expert depending on the sport, and they connect to the larger Matanuska Greenbelt.

In summer people hike, bike, run and ride horses. With ample snow in winter the trails are groomed for cross-country skiing, most loops for both classic and skate. A steep sledding hill sits near the lower parking lot.

What to expect

Route and terrain

Loop trails, about 6.7 miles of trail in all. Loops run 3 to 9.6 miles, with 400 to 1,302 ft of gain, over glacial ridges and depressions.

Time

About 1.5 to 5 hours.

Crowds and best time

Popular for birding, hiking and horseback riding, with some solitude during quieter times of day.

Parking

The Crevasse Moraine trailhead has a lower parking lot.

Fees and passes

A day or annual parking pass is required at the Crevasse Moraine trailhead.

Dogs

Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

Kids

Kid friendly.

Hazards

Stay off the farm fields and follow posted signs.

Season and access

Open all year.

Mingo says

Go from April through October for summer use. In winter, check the Borough's Winter Trail Grooming Map before you head out.

Before you go

• Buy a day or annual parking pass for the Crevasse Moraine trailhead.
• Follow the posted signs to stay off the farm fields.
• Keep your dog on a leash.
• Other trailheads into the same network are Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area and Kin-Win; the Matanuska lot also requires a day or annual pass.

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