Flattop Mountain

The views from Flattop Mountain's plateau summit are spectacular. On a really clear day you can see the Alaska Range, and sometimes even Denali (tiny in the distance) from here. If you have the time and energy, you can also hike farther along the ridge to the southeast.

There are two ways to hike up Flattop Mountain: From the Canyon Road AKA Rabbit Creek Trailhead, which you need a car to reach, or from the Glen Alps Trailhead, which you can reach with a car or via the Flattop Shuttle (see hike-anchorage-alaska.com/).

If you're hiking from the Glen Alps Trailhead, the trail includes a bit of steep scrambling near the summit. Be careful and watch for loose rock!

A prominent and recognizable landmark above Anchorage, Flattop Mountain is a popular hike. It offers simply astonishing views across the Chugach Mountains and Cook Inlet. Expect a little scrambling on the steep ground towards the summit. There are various ways to approach the peak but the Glen Alps Trailhead is a good option.