Pioneer Peak Trail Improvements
Sat, Jul 11
|Pioneer Peak Trailhead
The goal of this project is to brush and improve tread and drainage on the Pioneer Peak Trail. Hiking is challenging on steep terrain with between 3-4 miles total hiked for the day.
Time & Location
Jul 11, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Pioneer Peak Trailhead, 21362 E Knik River Rd, Chugiak, AK 99567
Guests
About the event
Volunteers will meet at the Pioneer Peak Trailhead at 9:30am and return to the trailhead at 3:30pm. Volunteers will be brushing Pioneer Peak Trail using handsaws and loppers and improving trail tread and drainage as needed.
What to bring: Rain gear, sturdy work/hiking boots, snacks, water, sunscreen, long work pants, and work gloves and safety glasses if you have them (if you don't have gloves/safety glasses they will be provided for the day).
What NOT to bring: Alcohol, drugs, children, pets, and firearms.
Notes: Hiking will begin at the Pioneer Peak Trailhead and will involve 3-4 miles of hiking on challenging, steep grade. No experience is necessary, but volunteers should have a minimum ability to hike and work for 6 hours during potentially inclement conditions on a difficult trail. This event is open to volunteers age 12 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 will need to have a…