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  1. Anchorage may be at sea level, but the Powerline Trail offers access to big, rugged peaks.
    Powerline Trail - Hiking

    The Powerline Trail offers a glimpse of Alaskan wilderness just twenty minutes from downtown Anchorage.

    Difficulty
    2 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    9.9 miles
    Duration
    You can hike, bike, or cross-country ski endless permutations of the Powerline Trail and its offshoots. Plan a couple of hours to take in the sights.
  2. A strenuous hike from the valley floor to the Harding Icefield Overlook is worth the effort.
    Harding Icefield Trail - Hiking

    This hike is a lungbuster, but the far-as-the-eye-can-see views of the magnificent Harding Icefield are worth the event.

    Difficulty
    4 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    71.6 miles
    Duration
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