Government Peak Trail
Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK
Out-and-back trail in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.8 mi (7.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,658 ft (1,115 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 25 min
- High point
- 4,715 ft (1,437 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Government Peak 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Government Peak Trail
How long is Government Peak Trail?
Government Peak Trail is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 25 min. It climbs 3,658 ft (1,115 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,715 ft (1,437 m).
How hard is Government Peak Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Government Peak Trail?
Parking at the start, Fee.
Are there water and toilets on Government Peak Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Government Peak Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (18% under trees).
What can you do on Government Peak Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Government Peak Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Lazy Matanuska-Susitna Borough · Hard · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Bold Matanuska-Susitna Borough · Hard · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Pink Wild Rose Matanuska-Susitna Borough · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Susitna Loop Matanuska-Susitna Borough · Moderate · 1.3 mi (2 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap