Haunted Trails at Goose Lake Park
Haunted attraction · Alaska
Anchorage Parks and Recreation turns a stretch of Goose Lake Park into a scare route after dark for one October night, with a gentler Enchanted Trail version for younger kids the next afternoon. A shuttle runs from the University of Alaska Anchorage for both events.
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Plan your visit
Haunted Trail: Fri Oct 16, 7:30-9:30 p.m.; Enchanted Trail (family-friendly): Sat Oct 17, 2-4 p.m.
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: August 31–September 4
Color builds from August 18 · mostly bare by September 21
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Haunted Trails at Goose Lake Park’s own coordinates and elevation (45 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Haunted Trails at Goose Lake Park on the map
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Plan from a city
Frequently asked
- When is Haunted Trails at Goose Lake Park open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Oct 16 – Oct 17. Haunted Trail: Fri Oct 16, 7:30-9:30 p.m.; Enchanted Trail (family-friendly): Sat Oct 17, 2-4 p.m.. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Haunted Trails at Goose Lake Park peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for August 31–September 4 (best estimate September 2). Color starts around August 18 and is mostly bare by September 21.
- What is Haunted Trails at Goose Lake Park best for?
- Anchorage families wanting Halloween without a drive to Palmer.
- How do I get to Haunted Trails at Goose Lake Park?
- The closest city is Anchorage, about 3 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Alaska's fall lineup.
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