Horseshoe Lake Loop

Healy, AK
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Horseshoe Lake Loop
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Distance
2.45 miles
Elevation Gain
499 ft
Route Type
Loop

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Dog Friendly
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Added by Austin Marlia

Horseshoe Lake Loop in Denali National Park, Alaska offers up views of lakes, open meadows, and potential wildlife sightings.

Horseshoe Trail is located inside of Denali National Park in Alaska. This area provides a ton of lakes, open meadows, and free ranging wildlife, such as moose, grizzly bears, and caribou.

Starting at the parking lot near the railroad tracks, you follow the tracks south until you see the Horseshoe Trail sign. You will hike towards a raging river located near Horseshoe Lake, surrounded by beaver dams and wildlife.

For an overview of the trails in the park, check out the park map.

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Katy Doetsch
3/31/2026
Well Maintained
Amazing Views
Great Conditions
Well Marked
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Natalie F
7/31/2020
Great hike!
Easy, un-intimidating hike in Denali! Would 100% recommend, especially like another reviewer said if you need to fill in a few hours in the ...
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Kelly Welsh
10/23/2017
Horseshoe Trail
Quick and easy trail with very nice views. Perfect for if you only have a few hours before a tour.
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Chase Dekker
4/15/2016
Nice Easy Walk
Went to Horseshoe Lake a few years back and enjoyed the easy walk. Also got to see moose and beavers in the marsh.
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