Easy & Scenic Walks

Nome-Council Road Walks
This historic road offers multiple scenic stops along the way. You can walk stretches of it from just outside Nome, especially near Safety Sound and Solomon. Great for birdwatching and spotting musk oxen.

Nome Harbor to West Beach Walk
Start in town and walk along the gravel beachline out past the harbor. Views of the Bering Sea, driftwood-strewn beaches, and chance to find sea glass or whale bones.

Nome-Cemetery Ridge
A short uphill walk behind the historic cemetery on the east edge of town. Offers panoramic views of Nome and Norton Sound.

Moderate to Remote Explorations

Anvil Mountain & White Alice Site
A steep hike or 4WD drive up to Anvil Mountain, where you’ll find remnants of the Cold War–era White Alice radar site. Expansive views of the surrounding tundra. Watch for wildflowers and musk oxen in summer.

Penny River Trail (aka Glacier Creek Road)
Rough road/trail near Mile 13 of the Nome-Council Road. Follows the Penny River through rolling hills—popular with birders and berry pickers.

Cape Nome Bluff
Climb the grassy bluffs above the Bering Sea near Mile 15 of the Nome-Council Road. Windy but beautiful views of the coast, often with no one else in sight.

Advanced & Off-Trail Adventures

King Mountain Scramble (near Dexter Bypass)
No marked trail—requires off-trail navigation, but rewards with sweeping views of tundra and the Nome River below. Bring a map and use caution.

Skookum Pass Route
Accessible from Nome-Teller Road. Remote, unmarked tundra pass with elevation gain and wide vistas. This is a true backcountry hike—go only with experience and supplies.

⚠️ Trail Notes:

• Many hikes near Nome are unmarked and cross tundra or gravel roads—GPS or a good map is essential.
• Weather can change quickly, and cell service may be limited outside town.
• Watch for musk oxen and bears—give wildlife plenty of space.