Tigger Lake Loop

The feel

This is an easy loop around Tigger Lake in Talkeetna Lakes Park, a walking loop in summer and a groomed nordic ski loop in winter. The path runs through a forest of spruce, birch and cottonwood, and the flat ground makes it a good one for kids and families.

Tigger Lake is stocked with rainbow trout, and the park has a dock and put-in site on the lake's southwest side.

What to expect

Route and terrain

Loop, 1.9 miles, with about 26 ft of gain. Flat and easy, through spruce, birch and cottonwood forest.

Time

About 1 hour.

Parking

The loop begins from the Whigmi trailhead at Whigmi Road, mile 10 of the Talkeetna Spur Highway. The park's large main lot is off Comsat Road.

Dogs

Allowed on leash in summer. Winter use is nordic skiing only, with no dogs or bicycles.

Kids

Flat and easy, great for kids and families.

Hazards

Bears may be encountered at any time, so make noise when hiking. Rapid weather changes are possible.

Bathrooms and water

The park has a public toilet facility and trash bins at its parking facility.

Season and access

Open year-round in a non-motorized park. In summer all users are welcome; in winter the loop is nordic skiing only.

Mingo says

Call out as you go so moose do not surprise you. The ground is flat, so it suits families.

Before you go

• Keep your dog on a leash at all times in the park.
• No fires are allowed in the park.
• Call 733-1228 for park information.

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