Chugach National Forest Riding Areas
Updated Tue, May 21st, 2024
Status of riding areas across the Chugach National Forest is managed by the Glacier and Seward Ranger Districts, not avalanche center staff. Riding area information is posted as a public service to our users and updated based on snow depth and snow density to prevent resource damage at trailhead locations. Riding area questions contact: (907) 743-9500, mailroom_r10_chugach@usda.gov
| Area | Status | Weather & Riding Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Glacier District | ||
| Johnson Pass | Closed | Closed as of May 1 per Forest Service plan. |
| Placer River | Closed | Closed as of April 27 due to low snow coverage. |
| Skookum Drainage | Closed | Closed on April 1 to motorized use per Chugach National Forest Plan. |
| Turnagain Pass | Closed | Closed as of May 21. |
| Twentymile | Closed | Closed as of April 27 due to low snow coverage. |
| Seward District | ||
| Carter Lake | Closed | Closed as of May 1 per Forest Service plan. |
| Lost Lake Trail | Closed | Closed as of May 1 per Forest Service plan. |
| Primrose Trail | Closed | Closed as of May 1 per Forest Service plan. |
| Resurrection Pass Trail | Closed | Closed as of May 1 per Forest Service plan. |
| Snug Harbor | Closed | Closed as of May 1 per Forest Service plan. |
| South Fork Snow River Corridor | Closed | Closed as of May 1 per Forest Service plan. |
| Summit Lake | Closed | Closed as of May 1 per Forest Service plan. |