The Top 7 Waterfalls in the Chugach Mountains
However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 7
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in the Chugach Mountains. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in the Chugach Mountains. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
Last updated: November 28, 2025
Thunderbird Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
Thunderbird falls is a (60-meter) (200 ft) wall of water that drops spectacularly in front of a wide viewing platform. The access trail is just 1.6 kilometers (1 mi) long …
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Thunderbird Falls Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Thunderbird Falls trail takes you through a lovel birch forest by the side of the Eagle River to the impressive Thunderbird Falls. It's a relatively easy hike, with just …
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Thunder Bird Creek Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This section to the river is a bit steeper. Unfortunately, one can arrive at the end, only guess the waterfall from the land side.
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Worthington Glacier Waterfall
Highlight • Waterfall
This is about as far as you'd want to go on the sometimes steep, unstable and unofficial gravel "path" that parallels the glacier. You do get some amazing views here, …
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McHugh Creek Picnic Area
Highlight • Rest Area
The recreation area here is home to parking (at a cost), a picnic area and facilities. If you fancy a really quick amble, there's a lovely 6-meter (20 ft) waterfall …
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Goat Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Goat Trail gives superb views of Keystone Canyon's famous cliffs and waterfalls. The trailhead gives particularly good views of Bridal Veil Falls, an iconic waterfall that attracts ice climbers …
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View of Liberty Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
Liberty Falls (of Liberty Creek) cascades down a small, boulder-strewn canyon. It is possible to explore along the creek and its surroundings. Campsites are available via a dirt loop road that departs and reenters Edgerton Highway.
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