Eklutna Lake (Chugach State Park), Chugiak
31375 Eklutna Lake Rd, Chugiak, AK 99567
495,204 acres · 13 miles of trails
Chugiak's Eklutna Lake in Chugach State Park spans seven miles for leashed dogs on the 13-mile Lakeside Trail and campground. Access shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Bear country requires caution.
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- Park
- Eklutna Lake (Chugach State Park), Chugiak
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Chugiak, Alaska
- Coordinates
- 61.4047, -149.1306
- Size
- 495,204 acres
- Trail miles
- 13
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.9 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 2,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 495,204 acres of room
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Dog policy
Anchorage's largest lake (7 miles long) inside Chugach State Park. Leashed dogs on Lakeside Trail (~13 miles one-way) + campground. Bear country.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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