5K Races in Ak

Browse 57 5k trail running and hiking routes in Ak. Distance range: 2.5 mi to 3.7 mi. Elevation gain: 32 ft to 6,501 ft. Each route includes terrain analysis, elevation profiles, and pacing recommendations.

Key Takeaways

Total Routes

Races / Routes

1 / 56

Distance Range

2.5 mi - 3.7 mi

Elevation Range

32 ft - 6,501 ft

Surface Type

98% Trail

Route Name	Location	Distance	Elevation Gain	Type	Race Date
Mt. Marathon Jeep Trail	AK	2.5 mi	—	race	—
Twin Peaks Trail	AK	2.5 mi	1,837 ft	route	—
Windy Creek Trail	AK	2.5 mi	315 ft	route	—
McHugh Peak Trail South	AK	2.5 mi	3,024 ft	route	—
McKinley Bar Trail	AK	2.5 mi	32 ft	route	—
Bird Ridge Trail	AK	2.5 mi	3,249 ft	route	—
Sea Lion Cove Trail	AK	2.5 mi	430 ft	route	—
Crater Lake Trail	AK	2.5 mi	1,480 ft	route	—
Deer Mountain Trail	AK	2.5 mi	2,386 ft	route	—
Lazy Moose Trail	AK	2.6 mi	1,671 ft	route	—
McKinley Lake Trail	AK	2.6 mi	305 ft	route	—
Lower Dewey Lake Trail	AK	2.6 mi	609 ft	route	—
Perseverance Trail	AK	2.6 mi	593 ft	route	—
East Fork Trail	AK	2.7 mi	218 ft	route	—
Red Shirt Lake Trail	AK	2.7 mi	157 ft	route	—
O'Malley Peak Trail	AK	2.7 mi	3,022 ft	route	—
East Glacier Trail	AK	2.8 mi	—	route	—
Gasline	AK	2.8 mi	1,007 ft	route	—
Falls Creek Trail	AK	2.8 mi	2,868 ft	route	—
Wolverine Peak Trail	AK	2.8 mi	3,040 ft	route	—
Temptation Peak via Snowhawk Valley Route	AK	2.9 mi	3,042 ft	route	—
Angel Rocks Trail	AK	2.9 mi	770 ft	route	—
Mt. Alice Ridge Trial	AK	2.9 mi	3,343 ft	route	—
Dew Mound Trail	AK	2.9 mi	460 ft	route	—
McHugh Peak Trail North	AK	2.9 mi	2,170 ft	route	—
Trail of '98	AK	2.9 mi	64 ft	route	—
Ship Creek Trail	AK	2.9 mi	69 ft	route	—
Government Peak Trail	AK	2.9 mi	3,743 ft	route	—
Mt. Bradley Jumbo Trail	AK	2.9 mi	2,981 ft	route	—
Mt. Eklutna Trail	AK	3.0 mi	2,792 ft	route	—
Bartlett Lake/Towers Trail	AK	3.0 mi	128 ft	route	—
Pillar Mountain Road	AK	3.0 mi	981 ft	route	—
Long Lake Loop	AK	3.0 mi	144 ft	route	—
Toms Trail	AK	3.0 mi	167 ft	route	—
Flattop Mountain	AK	3.0 mi	1,217 ft	route	—
Sheridan Mountain Trail	AK	3.0 mi	2,038 ft	route	—
Curry Ridge Trail	AK	3.1 mi	972 ft	route	—
X Lake Loop Trail	AK	3.1 mi	120 ft	route	—
Dome Trail	AK	3.1 mi	2,055 ft	route	—
A1 Ridge, Snowcat Route	AK	3.2 mi	2,569 ft	route	—
Lake Benchmark Mountain Summit	AK	3.2 mi	2,232 ft	route	—
Saddlebag Glacier Trail	AK	3.2 mi	162 ft	route	—
Bolling Alley	AK	3.2 mi	225 ft	route	—
Bold Ridge Trail	AK	3.3 mi	3,362 ft	route	—
Portage Creek Trail	AK	3.4 mi	1,937 ft	route	—
Shoup Bay Trail: Section A	AK	3.4 mi	384 ft	route	—
Muskeg Meander Ski Trail	AK	3.4 mi	379 ft	route	—
Ship Lake Pass Trail	AK	3.4 mi	1,814 ft	route	—
Moose Coyote Viewpoint Loop Trail	AK	3.4 mi	114 ft	route	—
Beaver Pond Trail	AK	3.5 mi	187 ft	route	—
Winner Creek Trail	AK	3.5 mi	615 ft	route	—
Sitka Cross Trail	AK	3.5 mi	378 ft	route	—
Ptarmigan Creek Trail	AK	3.5 mi	495 ft	route	—
Harding Icefield Trail	AK	3.7 mi	2,993 ft	route	—
Bold Peak Route	AK	3.7 mi	6,501 ft	route	—
Gunsight Mountain	AK	3.7 mi	2,957 ft	route	—
Flattop - Ptarmigan Route	AK	3.7 mi	2,478 ft	route	—

Frequently Asked Questions

How many trail races are in Ak?

There are 1 organized races and 56 self-supported routes available in Ak.

What is a 5K race?

A 5K race is approximately 2.5 to 3.7 miles in distance.

What is the average elevation gain in Ak?

The average elevation gain is 1,514 feet, with routes ranging from 32 to 6,501 feet.

Can these 5k routes in Ak be used for hiking?

Yes. 98% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.

Are 5K races beginner-friendly?

5K race difficulty varies widely. Use the elevation gain and terrain analysis to assess each route. Races with lower elevation gain relative to distance and higher runnable percentages tend to be more beginner-accessible.

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