Join us for an Open House

Come learn about the Plan Draft, enjoy snacks and s'mores, and bring your skis!

Anchorage: Wednesday, January 28, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Located at Lidia Selkregg Chalet (1600 Lidia Selkregg Lane) in Russian Jack Springs Park. Free cross-country ski demos for kids at this event!

Chugiak/Eagle River: Thursday, January 29, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Beach Lake Chalet located at 17300 S Birchwood Loop Rd.

About the Plan

Anchorage Metropolitan Area Transportation Solutions (AMATS) and the Municipality of Anchorage Parks and Recreation Department are updating the Areawide Trails Plan from 1997 to reflect modern trail needs and plan for the years ahead.

In 2024, an online survey received 2,055 responses and 79 people attended public workshops in Anchorage and Chugiak. Top issues reported by the public include lack of maintenance funding, missing connections, and safety on trails. Top priorities include connecting missing links between existing trails and improving trail conditions.

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Stay Informed

Subscribe to receive updates throughout the project. For questions, contact the Project Manager, Nicolette Dent, at 907-343-4137 or nicolette.dent@anchorageak.gov.

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Public Involvement

Public feedback is the cornerstone of this Plan. We will collect feedback through surveys, open houses, workshops, meetings, and stakeholder interviews.

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Trail Inventory and User Analysis

The Plan will document the conditions of trails, who uses trails, and current trail issues and trends. 

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Vision, Goals, and Recommendations

Public feedback will shape the Plan's vision, goals, and recommendations for improving trail systems in Anchorage and Chugiak-Eagle River.

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Recreational Trails Plan Draft Review

A public draft will be available for review.

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Plan Approval

The Recreational Trails Plan will go through multi-step approval process, including through the Parks and Recreation Commission, the Chugiak-Eagle River Board of Supervisors, and AMATS committees.