Bird Creek ATV Trailhead Package
15 miles of forest trail in Chugach State Park, 22 miles south of Anchorage. The trailhead we point first-time riders to.
Bird Creek runs 15 miles of forest trail on old logging roads along Bird and Penguin Creeks, out of the Bird Valley Trailhead in Chugach State Park. Expect cobble, puddles, roots, small creek crossings, mud, and a moderate climb up the Penguin trails. It is our recommended introductory trailhead.
The trail
| Trail length | 15 miles along Bird and Penguin Creeks |
| Distance | 22 mi south of Anchorage · 13 mi north of Girdwood |
| Land manager | Chugach State Park |
| Terrain | Forest trails on old logging roads |
| Surface | Cobble, puddles, roots, small creeks, mud |
| Trail rules | ATV/UTV up to 56 inches wide · 20 mph limit |
| Shared with | Hiking, biking and horseback riders |
Who this trailhead suits
Good introductory trail. If you have never ridden an ATV, start here.
What is included
Every Bird Creek package is a flat price with no extras to work out at the trail. It covers drop-off at the trailhead, all park fees, pickup at the end of the day, cleaning, and a full tank of fuel. A helmet is included for every rider.
How the day runs
We meet you at the trailhead at around 11 AM, deliver and fuel the machine, handle the park fees, and run a quick briefing. The ride window goes to about 5 PM, and average ride time is roughly 4 hours depending on trail and conditions. Then we come back for pickup and cleaning, so there is nothing to return.
We run Bird Creek from June 1 to October 1. The trailheads do not operate outside the summer season.
Book the Bird Creek package
Flat, all-in pricing from $325. Drop-off, park fees, pickup, cleaning, and fuel are all covered.