If you’re looking for a gorgeous, little-known overlook in Alaska, you need to head out to Katmai National Park and Preserve. The Windy Creek Overlook offers a stunning panoramic view of the mountains and creek below. Take this easy hike out and prepare to be blown away!

Alaska isn’t short on stunning views.

Michele Nees / AllTrails From glacial valleys to the tallest mountain in North America, Alaska knows how to take your breath away. And so many of these amazing views are well-traveled and visited by locals and tourists alike.

But the Windy Creek Overlook in the Katmai National Park and Preserve.

Robert Greer / AllTrails This easier trail isn’t well traveled because Katmai National Park and Preserve see a fraction of the visitors each year, around 84,000, versus other, more well-known national parks like Denali National Park that host 600,000 visitors annually.

The Windy Creek Overlook and Ukak Falls Trail is a beautiful hike that’s technically easy.

Robert Greer / AllTrails It’s a 4.2-mile out-and-back trail, but it’s relatively flat. You will only climb 820 feet of elevation throughout the entire hike.

On average, it will take you just over two hours to complete.

Robert Greer / AllTrails Bring a camera, because you won’t want to forget these sights. It’s an incredible way to explore the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes without doing an entire backcountry trip.

You can access this beautiful hike by taking the bus from Brooks Camp.

Robert Greer / AllTrails Make sure to put this beautiful stroll on your itinerary for your Katmai National Park trip. Just keep your eyes on the trail, because towards the end it is not as well marked for access to the falls.

The trail is best hiked for the incredible views from June through October.

Robert Greer / AllTrails And because wildlife is strong in this area, dogs are not allowed on the trail. It’s people only on this adventure!

If you have the opportunity to go on this hike, don’t miss out!

Robert Greer / AllTrails The topography and scenery are rare and wonderful. It makes a beautiful memory to look back on!

Have you ever hiked to Windy Creek Overlook, a gorgeous little-known overlook in Alaska? What did you think? Did it blow you away? Let us know in the comments below!

Michele Nees / AllTrails

From glacial valleys to the tallest mountain in North America, Alaska knows how to take your breath away. And so many of these amazing views are well-traveled and visited by locals and tourists alike.

Robert Greer / AllTrails

This easier trail isn’t well traveled because Katmai National Park and Preserve see a fraction of the visitors each year, around 84,000, versus other, more well-known national parks like Denali National Park that host 600,000 visitors annually.

It’s a 4.2-mile out-and-back trail, but it’s relatively flat. You will only climb 820 feet of elevation throughout the entire hike.

Bring a camera, because you won’t want to forget these sights. It’s an incredible way to explore the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes without doing an entire backcountry trip.

Make sure to put this beautiful stroll on your itinerary for your Katmai National Park trip. Just keep your eyes on the trail, because towards the end it is not as well marked for access to the falls.

And because wildlife is strong in this area, dogs are not allowed on the trail. It’s people only on this adventure!

The topography and scenery are rare and wonderful. It makes a beautiful memory to look back on!

Looking for more great hikes in Alaska? Make sure to check out these twelve scenic hikes in Alaska, one for each month of the year.

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Address: Katmai National Park and Preserve, King Salmon, AK 99613, USA