We took the trail in rain. Trail is muddy but walkable. The view is BEAUTIFUL! We would have finished the trail if we had more time before sunset or if it's a sunny day. read more

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This is a beautiful, scenic 10+ mile round trip hike that ends at two lakes side by side (Eagle Lake and Symphony Lake). The trail is pretty flat, only an 850 ft. gradual elevation gain. If the parking lot gets full, you can park on the road without worry, even though it says not to. Little to no cell service out here so prepare accordingly. Bring bear spray and big spray. read more

This is kind of like Eagle River's version of the Rabbit Lake trail in Anchorage. It's about 5ish miles long, well-graded, and without much elevation gain. It also ends in craggy peaks flanking a lake, although there are *two* lakes in this case. There's a busted "shelter" near the lakes that makes a great snacking stop. The lakes are Eagle and Symphony, they are fed by different water sources so are usually two different colors. (more more blue, one more turquoise) If you venture beyond the Eagle Lake to your left, you can climb Eagle Peak. Beyond Symphony Lake on your right, Triangle Peak. The snow is usually melted out by June, but there's usually a boot pack through the snow in May. I saw LOTS of Ptarmigan here last weekend! read more

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Several options on this trail. If you're looking for a smooth, well graded trail with minimal elevation changes, head out toward symphony lake. If you'd like some uphill challenge, there's a wooden marker about a quarter mile up the trail that takes you quickly up to a gap that overlooks anchorage. If you pass the wooden marker a head farther down the trail there is a marker for rendezvous ridge. Haven't tried this trail but it's my next adventure! The symphony lake trail is a great hike for an out and back overnight trip. read more

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It's beautiful and very doable hike till about 5 miles in. A boulder field makes it tough to navigate. This was my fist time back here and would certainly return. read more

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Done this hike a bunch of times. Go in August or September! The blueberries are delicious