Alaska is a state unlike any other in America. With huge swaths of land like national parks and forests, as well as state parks, Alaska is filled with countless miles of untouched terrain. Thunder Bird Falls In Alaska gives you a peek into the Alaskan wilderness on an easy trail that doesn’t take too long but can make you feel like you’re transported into another world. Located a quick 30-minute drive outside of Anchorage, Alaska, this is a trail that should make your weekend hiking list!

Thunder Bird Falls is located near Chugiak, Alaska.

EdwardSnow via iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images It’s an easy trail located inside the stunning Chugach State Park. This hike takes you all the way to a stunning waterfall inside this breathtaking forest.

The trail is easily accessible for all ages and skill levels.

Jason Tomberlin / Google Maps This is definitely a hike you want to take the whole family on! It’s short enough that even the youngest won’t get bored, and there’s plenty to see on your way to the waterfall.

You can expect peek-a-boo views of the mountains in the distance, towering over the river canyon.

David Moskovitz / Google Maps The entire hike is 1.8 miles, out and back. The rolling hills are gentle enough that they offer only a 300-foot elevation gain throughout the entire trail.

There’s a wooden bridge at the end of the trail that leads to the observation platform.

adeladime via iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images It towers above the forest below, making you feel like you’re walking in the trees. The boardwalk is level, with nice railings, and ends at a beautiful observation deck with views of the falls.

Thunder Bird Falls is more than 200 feet high and can be seen from the observation platform at the end of the hike.

Daniel Mark Robertson via iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images Or you can take the split off the trail and hike the rest of the way to the base of the falls. It can be a little slippery, and the trail is steep, but it is so worth the view!

This trail is just as beautiful in the winter.

EdwardSnow via iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images After hiking through a winter wonderland, you can watch the water flow over the frozen falls. It makes for a stunning backdrop to the end of your hike. Make sure to bring your camera.

There’s plenty of parking at the trailhead parking lot, and each car is only a $5 parking fee.

Bradford Fenton / Google Maps The trailhead parking is right off the road that leads you to Eklutna Lake. It’s an easy drive from Anchorage or the valley, and it pays off with whimsical, stunning views of the beautiful falls.

 

EdwardSnow via iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images

It’s an easy trail located inside the stunning Chugach State Park. This hike takes you all the way to a stunning waterfall inside this breathtaking forest.

Jason Tomberlin / Google Maps

This is definitely a hike you want to take the whole family on! It’s short enough that even the youngest won’t get bored, and there’s plenty to see on your way to the waterfall.

David Moskovitz / Google Maps

The entire hike is 1.8 miles, out and back. The rolling hills are gentle enough that they offer only a 300-foot elevation gain throughout the entire trail.

adeladime via iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images

It towers above the forest below, making you feel like you’re walking in the trees. The boardwalk is level, with nice railings, and ends at a beautiful observation deck with views of the falls.

Daniel Mark Robertson via iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images

Or you can take the split off the trail and hike the rest of the way to the base of the falls. It can be a little slippery, and the trail is steep, but it is so worth the view!

After hiking through a winter wonderland, you can watch the water flow over the frozen falls. It makes for a stunning backdrop to the end of your hike. Make sure to bring your camera.

Bradford Fenton / Google Maps

The trailhead parking is right off the road that leads you to Eklutna Lake. It’s an easy drive from Anchorage or the valley, and it pays off with whimsical, stunning views of the beautiful falls.

Have you ever hiked this otherworldly Thunder Bird Falls In Alaska? What did you think? Would you do it again? Let us know in the comments below.

If you’re looking for somewhere nearby to spend the night, you can Stay Overnight In One Of These Cozy Public Cabins On Eklutna Lake In Alaska!T

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