At the moment, the Horsetail Falls trail starts along an old, unpaved road, just past the gated end of a parking area that is also unpaved, but usually passable for passenger vehicles.

The city of Whittier is constructing a new connector trail that may make it possible to access this trail from right in town.

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Horsetail Falls Trail

2.28km

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Hike the moderate 1.4-mile Horsetail Falls Trail in Chugach National Forest, gaining 1005 feet for views of Whittier and the falls.

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Horsetail Falls Trail

4.56km

01:38

280m

Hike the easy 2.8-mile Horsetail Falls Trail in Whittier, Alaska, gaining 915 feet for views of the falls and the town.

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Horsetail Falls viewpoint – Horsetail Falls Trailhead loop from Whittier

3.14km

00:59

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Whittier, Nellie Juan-College Fiord Wilderness Study Area, Chugach Census Area, Alaska, United States

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