Skyline Ridge Trail

The feel

This is the wide trail in Skyline Ridge Park, and it starts from the Noel Dr trailhead with a long, moderate downhill through forest. It is an easy out and back, with birding and wildflowers in summer.

The walk down is gentle, but it may have you huffing and puffing on the way back up. All the trails in the park are non-motorized.

What to expect

Route and terrain

Out and back, 2.5 miles total, with 328 ft of gain. Wide trail through forest that starts with a long, moderate downhill. Rated easy.

Time

About 1 hour.

Parking

Parking at the trailhead, at Noel Dr and M.I.A. St, is limited, so park courteously.

Dogs

Keep dogs on a leash and respect neighboring private property.

Kids

Rated easy.

Hazards

If you end up at the KUAC antennae and tower at the top of Skiboot Hill Rd, you have gone too far.

Mingo says

Come in summer for the birding and wildflowers. Save some energy for the way back, which climbs.

Before you go

• Park courteously at the Noel Dr and M.I.A. St trailhead, where space is limited.
• Leash your dog and stay clear of neighboring private property.
• Call Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks and Recreation at 907-459-1070 with questions.

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