The Blueberry Loop Trail Might Be One Of The Most Beautiful Short-And-Sweet Hikes To Take In Alaska
Alaska has no shortage of strenuous, all-day hikes to choose from, but sometimes, a quick and easy trail is all you need. Blueberry Loop in Anchorage is just that, boasting a vast array of breathtaking scenery despite its short-and-sweet length. Take a look:
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At just 1.5 miles long, Blueberry Loop just might be one of the best short-and-sweet hikes in Alaska -- and that isn't just because it's named after a fruit. This quick and easy trail is incredibly diverse in its scenery and terrain, packing the experience of a full-day trek in under an hour.
The 300-foot elevation gain is condensed into the first 1/4-mile or so, which means the only challenging part doesn't last very long. Sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, blanketed in a thick layer of lush greenery, promise a worthwhile reward for your efforts.
You'll traverse a whimsical forest with trees growing every which way, their gnarled trunks attempting to ensnare unsuspecting hikers. Each steps pulls you ever-deeper into an eerily breathtaking fairytale.
If you visit in the spring or summer, expect to be awestruck by a vast array of flora. Eye-popping wildflowers in every color imaginable line the trail, competing for your attention in the best way possible.
Perhaps the most striking moment of the hike is when the entire city of Anchorage unfolds before your eyes. It's hard to believe the hustle-and-bustle of daily life is so close -- from up here, the silence is so profound you could hear a pin drop.
Winter in Alaska can be brutal, but scenes like this beg to differ. Like a Christmas wonderland, snow-covered trees evoke images of warm fireplaces and presents under the tree.
Nothing says holiday magic quite like mountain peaks covered in snow. No matter what time of year you embark on Blueberry Loop, rest-assured the experience will be one for the books.
Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
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