Find the trailhead to Harp Mt. at the end of Hiland Rd. There are no facilities and parking is on the side of the street. After a very short climb through brush and wildflowers, the trail opens up to tundra, with unobstructed views of the South Fork valley and surrounding peaks. The summit of Harp is at 5,001 feet, with an elevation gain of about 2,650 feet. The entire trail is steep but with only a couple of short scree sections. The higher you go, the farther you can see, until Anchorage and Cook Inlet appear in the distance, as well as the Talkeetna Mountains and Knik Arm. You'll pass two main humps before the true summit. Keep going to the top--it's worth it!
Distance one way: 1.8 miles
Distance one way: 1.8 miles