You park right before the sign that says, Michael Janecek Trails Running Trail
Palmer High School 1170 E Palmer Moose Dr, Palmer, AK 99645
Saturday, January 23, 2016
Palmer High School Cross Country Trail
Right behind Palmer High School on the same little road as the Football field, there is a great wide kid friendly cross-country trail.
You park right before the sign that says, Michael Janecek Trails Running Trail
Palmer High School 1170 E Palmer Moose Dr, Palmer, AK 99645
You park right before the sign that says, Michael Janecek Trails Running Trail
Palmer High School 1170 E Palmer Moose Dr, Palmer, AK 99645
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Intake Trail- McRoberts Creek
One of my favorite trails to exercise. This is a special trail because it is accessible and close to Palmer. It is a great workout up to the River.
If you go up the actual Mat Peak Trail (verge left a little ways right before the steep hill) you can get a fun wooded trail hike and then at the overlook to see Pioneer Peak and the Butte you head down on a little connector trail
But, it is also my favorite way to go to Matanuska Peak. At the river, you head to the trail that follows the river. It is more straight up because there is limited switchbacks. The river is noisy and it can get overgrown easily.
If you go up the actual Mat Peak Trail (verge left a little ways right before the steep hill) you can get a fun wooded trail hike and then at the overlook to see Pioneer Peak and the Butte you head down on a little connector trail
Start at the Mat Peak trailhead just at the end of Smith Rd. Follow the trail to the creek.
| Name: | Intake trails | |
| Date: | Feb 11, 2015 7:54 am | |
| Map: (valid until Apr 14, 2016) | View on Map | |
| Distance: | 2.69 miles | |
| Elapsed Time: | 40:59.8 | |
| Avg Speed: | 3.9 mph | |
| Max Speed: | 12.1 mph | |
| Avg Pace: | 15' 15" per mile | |
| Min Altitude: | 403 ft | |
| Max Altitude: | 1,301 ft | |
| Start Time: | 2015-02-11T16:54:51Z | |
| Start Location: | ||
| Latitude: | 61º 35' 58" N | |
| Longitude: | 149º 00' 02" W | |
| End Location: | ||
| Latitude: | 61º 35' 58" N | |
| Longitude: | 149º 00' 00" W | |
But, it is also my favorite way to go to Matanuska Peak. At the river, you head to the trail that follows the river. It is more straight up because there is limited switchbacks. The river is noisy and it can get overgrown easily.
Lion's Head
One of our favorite hikes we
At Mile 103 of the Glenn Highway, just before Caribou Creek, turn right sharply onto a small gravel road. The obvious landmark is AT&T’s communication tower. Park to the side of the road by a gate that will have AT&T’s telephone number. Call the number (they always answer) and request permission to cross their property, telling them approximately how long you plan to be there and how many are in your party.
Proceed up the gravel road and take the right fork that leads you directly toward Lion’s Head. A pile of rocks will mark the beginning of the 1-1/2 mile trail that gains about 1,000 feet to the summit, which is at about 3,100 feet.
At Mile 103 of the Glenn Highway, just before Caribou Creek, turn right sharply onto a small gravel road. The obvious landmark is AT&T’s communication tower. Park to the side of the road by a gate that will have AT&T’s telephone number. Call the number (they always answer) and request permission to cross their property, telling them approximately how long you plan to be there and how many are in your party.
Proceed up the gravel road and take the right fork that leads you directly toward Lion’s Head. A pile of rocks will mark the beginning of the 1-1/2 mile trail that gains about 1,000 feet to the summit, which is at about 3,100 feet.
Saturday, October 17, 2015
Rippy Trail
It was a great afternoon when I finally got to explore this trail. I heard that in the past (Summer of 2014) a trail crew worked on this trail by cleaning out the brush and I was eager to attend.
However, in June the main sign was missing and the "Jim Creek" overview sign was far from the trail at the end of the dirt road down Maud in Palmer, AK. My great friend, Christina, was eager to help me find this "new to me" trail. After trying a few trails that branch off from the turnaround spot, we were not positive we took the right trail. (the trail guide I had said it was no elevation and hard to find--not helpful)
We proceeded to the Jim Lake (even though the trail book said not to), and ran into a State Trooper. He informed us that the trail at two o'clock (if standing in the center and facing the nearest mountain is the correct trail.
We were happy to mark off the trail, but since the latest improvements we didn't need to. Also, we carefully hauled our extra shoes to cross the river. But, we didn't need those either because someone kindly installed an industrial strength bridge. *the trail ends as soon as you cross the bridge and makes a little loop. I don't know why they installed a bridge.
The best view is at the top of a hill and a short jog to the right. You must take it to be swept away by His Beauty.
However, in June the main sign was missing and the "Jim Creek" overview sign was far from the trail at the end of the dirt road down Maud in Palmer, AK. My great friend, Christina, was eager to help me find this "new to me" trail. After trying a few trails that branch off from the turnaround spot, we were not positive we took the right trail. (the trail guide I had said it was no elevation and hard to find--not helpful)
We proceeded to the Jim Lake (even though the trail book said not to), and ran into a State Trooper. He informed us that the trail at two o'clock (if standing in the center and facing the nearest mountain is the correct trail.
We were happy to mark off the trail, but since the latest improvements we didn't need to. Also, we carefully hauled our extra shoes to cross the river. But, we didn't need those either because someone kindly installed an industrial strength bridge. *the trail ends as soon as you cross the bridge and makes a little loop. I don't know why they installed a bridge.
The best view is at the top of a hill and a short jog to the right. You must take it to be swept away by His Beauty.
Easy trail with a bridge at the end -one beautiful overlook. You do share this trail with 4 wheelers and bikes.
| Name: | Rippy trail | |
| Date: | Apr 22, 2015 6:58 pm | |
| Map: (valid until Apr 14, 2016) | View on Map | |
| Distance: | 3.8 miles | |
| Elapsed Time: | 1:41:34 | |
| Avg Speed: | 2.0 mph | |
| Max Speed: | 6.9 mph | |
| Avg Pace: | 30' 34" per mile | |
| Min Altitude: | 134 ft | |
| Max Altitude: | 366 ft | |
| Start Time: | 2015-04-23T02:58:53Z | |
| Start Location: | ||
| Latitude: | 61º 33' 32" N | |
| Longitude: | 148º 55' 05" W | |
| End Location: | ||
| Latitude: | 61º 33' 32" N | |
| Longitude: | 148º 55' 07" W | |
Saturday, April 18, 2015
Lazy Mountain
Distance: 2.5 miles one way
Elevation gain: 3,000 feet
Special features: close to Palmer, views, picnic tables, varied terrain, woods, tundra, a little scramble at the top.
Location: 4 miles east of Palmer down Left on Clark-Wolverine Road for 0.7 miles. Take a right on Huntley Road at the T-junction. Go to the end of the road to Lazy Mountain Recreation Area. Bear right at the end of the road to end at the parking lot. *Shares trailhead for Lazy Moose and Morgan Horse Trail.
Difficulty: Strenuous for the first half and moderate at the top.
Trail use: Often used all year long but use Kathoolas or other Microspikes in the winter. Fun Hike year round.
Fees: Mat-Su Borough Trail parking pass $40 per year or $5 per car
Maps: USGS Anchorage C-6 (SE)
Kid Friendly: The mountain goat type, but the normal kid can find this a challenge.
Out of all the wonderful hikes, Lazy Mountain grabs the calfs and make the newbie hiker cringe. It is a challenge for the fit. However, if you pace yourself it is enjoyable even for the newer hiker.
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