Hilltop Bike Park & Outdoor Recreation

Set right in Anchorage, this ski mountain—established as a nonprofit recreational area— transforms into a summertime wonderland for bikers and hikers. Take a bicycle up the lift to the scenic peak and experience one of the many single-track trails as you descend across varied terrain at the base of the Chugach Mountains or ride the lift up and walk down.

Fun On Two Wheels or Two Feet

Grab a half- or full-day lift ticket and take your bike up to the bike park—the northernmost bike park in North America. You’ll find 10 beginner- to pro-level trails, including a jump line and skills area with beginner- to expert-level jumps, rollers, and drops.

Hikers and those who love great views can also ride up; a scenic lift ticket is good for 5 trips. You’ll get a great vantage point, with Anchorage and Mt. Denali visible on a clear day. Then take an easy, mile-long stroll down. Since the lift operates until 8 p.m., you can take advantage of the summer’s great evening light. Even better, come for the summer solstice celebration, when the lift runs until midnight.

Anyone 8 years old or older can take a bike lesson, whether they’re a beginner or experienced rider. And those 8 to 17 years old can come for the bike-centric summer camps.

A LOAM Pass Destination

Hilltop is part of the LOAM Pass, which offers discounts at more than 50 bike parks across the U.S. LOAM pass holders get 2 days at each participating bike park, and a 3^rd day at 50% off. Passholders also get 15% off bike rentals.

Finn’s Kitchen

Drop by Finn’s Kitchen for a drink and a bite to eat. You’ll find dishes like nachos, tacos, and salads, along with wine and a great selection of local beers. In fact, this is a place people come just to eat; it’s a real community space. Sit by one of the fireplaces or the 2 big outdoor gas firepits. Come on summer Fridays at 7 p.m. and you can catch some live music!

Local Roots

The nonprofit Hilltop Youth corporation was established in the 1950s with the mission of offering recreational opportunities to Anchorage-area kids. The ski resort opened in the 1960s—with a rope tow powered by an old military motor—and has been in the current location since 1978.

The bike trails opened in 2020. In 2021, the mountain hosted the Special Olympics, with more than 90 countries represented in the snowboarding competition. It remains the home mountain and training grounds for the Special Olympics ski and snowboard teams.