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Welcome to the Chugach National Forest
Welcome to the Chugach National Forest
Where nature, people, and tradition come together.
Cabin ReservationsAlertsEvent CalendarPermitsTrail Updates
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Kenai Peninsula Winter Recreation Map
The Chugach National Forest has a new, digital map highlighting winter recreation opportunities on Forest Service land across the Kenai Peninsula. The free map includes trails, recreation facilities and winter motorized access, along with basic winter and avalanche safety information.
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Recreation
Find the perfect cabin or which campground to reserve for the best fishing. The Chugach is here waiting to be discovered.
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Publications
Find a list of publications available in paper and digital formats. Learn about the Chugach as you get ready to visit.
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Visitor Centers
During the summer Begich, Boggs Visitor Center and Crooked Creek Information Site showcase the cultural and natural history of the Forest.
Recent News
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Call for 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree tree skirts
Release Date: Apr 10, 2024
Features
Ride the Train to the Spencer Glacier Whistlestop!
A partnership between the Alaska Railroad Corporation and the U.S. Forest Service provides the public with a distinctive travel and recreational experience found nowhere else in the United States. And the only way to get there is on the Alaska Railroad.
2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree
The People’s Tree will come from Alaska’s National Forests this year! An annual symbol of hope and celebration, the tree offers an opportunity to showcase Alaska's majestic landscape, unique culture, rich traditions, diverse ecosystems, and abundant resources. Learn more on the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree website.
