Spenard to Ship Creek
Anchorage Municipality, AK
Out-and-back trail in Anchorage Municipality, AK. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 4.4 mi (7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 282 ft (86 m)
- Est. Time
- 30 min
- High point
- 167 ft (51 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Ship Creek Overlook 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Historic site: Eisenhower Alaska Statehood Monument 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Visitor center: Visitor Information Center 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Visitor center: Anchorage Visitor Information 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Alaska Railroad No. 556 - Steam Locomotive 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
- Shelter 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Spenard to Ship Creek
How long is Spenard to Ship Creek?
Spenard to Ship Creek is 4.4 mi (7 km) long. Most people take about 30 min. It climbs 282 ft (86 m) in total, up to a high point of 167 ft (51 m).
How hard is Spenard to Ship Creek?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Spenard to Ship Creek?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Spenard to Ship Creek?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 1.8 mi (2.8 km).
Is Spenard to Ship Creek shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Spenard to Ship Creek?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Spenard to Ship Creek?
The Bridge, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Downtown Bicycle Rental, 0.3 mi (0.5 km).
Is this a good week for Spenard to Ship Creek?
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.
Trails near Spenard to Ship Creek
- Ship Creek Trail Anchorage Municipality · Easy · 5 mi (8 km)
- Coastal to Ship Creek connection Anchorage Municipality · Easy · 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
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- Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Point Woronzof Park · Moderate · 10.3 mi (16.6 km)
- A/C St shared use path Anchorage Municipality · Easy · 10 mi (16 km)
- Coastal to Ship trail connection (planned) Anchorage Municipality · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.7 km)
- Mountains to Sea trail Anchorage Municipality · Moderate · 12.6 mi (20.3 km)
- Chester Creek Trail Eastchester Park · Easy · 8.2 mi (13.1 km)
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