Lake Lucille Loop

The feel

About 1.6 miles of trails run around the perimeter of the park, linking the athletic fields on the south side to Lake Lucille on the north. The terrain is gentle, crossing open fields and heavily wooded forest of birch, spruce and cottonwood.

A boardwalk runs along the shore of the lake. The park also has a playground, picnic tables and large parking areas.

What to expect

Route and terrain

Loop, 1.4 to 1.6 miles, with 32 to 80 ft of gain. Gentle terrain through open fields and wooded forest, with a boardwalk along the shore.

Time

About 0.5 to 1 hour.

Parking

Large parking areas at the park, 1401 S Endeavor Street. From Wasilla go south on Knik-Goose Bay Road, turn right on Endeavor Street 2 miles from Wasilla, and follow it 1/2 mile to the park entrance.

Dogs

Dogs must be on a leash and under your control at all times. A 300-foot by 60-foot fenced dog park is open year-round.

Kids

The park has a playground and picnic tables.

Hazards

Bring insect spray.

Bathrooms and water

Public toilets at the park. Potable water is available at the Well House and the Campground Host spot.

Season and access

Maintained for year round nonmotorized use. Summer brings hiking, running and mountain biking; in winter the park roads are groomed for skiing and the narrow trails suit snowshoeing.

Mingo says

Confirm the trail has reopened before you drive out, since it is reported closed. Once open, it works year-round: hike or run in summer, snowshoe in winter.

Before you go

• Call Wasilla Public Works at 907-373-9010 to ask whether the trail is open.
• Pack insect spray.
• Keep dogs on a leash, or use the fenced dog park.

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