More than 1 million people visit the Chugach annually from all over the world; however, it is local Alaskans – especially in and around Anchorage – who really utilize what the Chugach has to offer. According to the U.S. Forest Service, the Chugach serves as the “backyard” for half of Alaska’s residents.

Beyond recreation, the Chugach is a place where residents come to hunt, fish and gather as part of a subsistence lifestyle. The Chugach is a place Alaska residents hold near and dear to their hearts – Alaskans love the Chugach!