O'Malley Peak Hike
5,151 ft | Alaska
9 mi round trip
2,200 ft
4 hr
Strenuous
O'Malley Peak Hike at a Glance
The O'Malley Peak hike via the O'Malley Peak via Powerline Trail and Middle Fork Loop from Glen Alps is 9 mi round trip with 2,200 ft of elevation gain, about 4 hr of hiking.
| Summit elevation | 5,151 ft |
|---|---|
| Trail | O'Malley Peak via Powerline Trail and Middle Fork Loop from Glen Alps |
| Distance | 9 mi round trip |
| Elevation gain | 2,200 ft |
| Hiking time | About 4 hr |
| Difficulty | Strenuous |
| Route last checked | July 30, 2026 |
Your time: about 4 h 5 min of moving time at Naismith pace (3 mph plus 1 hour per 2,000 ft climbed); about 5 h 10 min at a relaxed pace. A 160 lb hiker with a daypack burns roughly 2,320 kcal.
Adjust for your pace and breaks →Route line not shown. The 9 mi distance and 2,200 ft of gain for this hike are verified (theoutbound.com), but we don't yet have a trail track we trust, so the map shows only the destination. Carry an official map.
About O'Malley Peak
O'Malley Peak rises to 5,151 feet in Alaska. We don't yet have a verified route to the summit, so this guide doesn't quote a distance or time; use the land manager's map to plan the hike.
When to Go
Late May through October is the main season. Snow and ice linger into spring and return early in fall at this latitude and elevation; in winter this becomes a different, more serious undertaking requiring traction devices and warm layers.
Know Before You Go
Conditions change: verify current access, closures and weather with the official land manager before you go. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Nearby summits with their own guides on this site: The Ramp (1.5 mi away), Mount Williwaw (2.3 mi away) and Ptarmigan Peak (2.9 mi away).
Frequently Asked Questions
Are dogs allowed on the O'Malley Peak trail?
Rules vary by land manager — national parks often prohibit dogs on trails, while most national forests allow them on leash. Check with the managing agency for this trail before bringing your dog, and pack out waste.
When is the best time to hike O'Malley Peak?
Late May through October for snow-free hiking. Check a summit point forecast before you go — conditions up high differ from the trailhead.
How tall is O'Malley Peak?
O'Malley Peak stands at 5,151 feet (1,570 meters) in Alaska.
Safety Information
Current Hazards
- Rapidly changing weather
- Ice possible on summit
- Wet leaves on trails
Turn-Around Time
1:00 PM (2:00 PM summer)
Plan to reach the summit by this time to allow safe descent before dark.
Essential Gear Checklist
* Critical items - do not hike without these
Emergency Contacts
Emergency / Search & Rescue
911Summit Forecast
NWS Point Forecast →In most of the US, backcountry search and rescue is dispatched through 911 — tell the operator you have a hiker emergency and your GPS coordinates.
Downloads
Sources for The O'Malley Peak Guide
Route last checked July 30, 2026.
- Trail data
- OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
- Distance
- theoutbound.com
- Elevation
- Open-Meteo (Copernicus 30 m DEM)
- Route line
- USGS National Map / National Transportation Dataset (public domain)
Conditions change. Check the land manager for closures, fees and weather before you go.
Nearby Peaks
Explore other mountains near O'Malley Peak. Great for peak-bagging or planning your next adventure.
The Ramp
5,240 ft
Mount Williwaw
5,446 ft
Ptarmigan Peak
4,911 ft
Flattop Mountain
3,510 ft
Peak Bagging Tip
The Ramp is only 1.5 miles away. Consider combining these peaks for a bigger day or overnight trip!