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| Last Updated: January 20, 2007 | ||
Difficulty |
Somewhat easy - the elevation looks harder than it really is. If coming from Eagle River; first part to get to ridgeline is moderately steep. | |
Connects
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Rendezvous Peak | |
Miles
One
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From Arctic Valley: 2 From Eagle River: 3 |
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Miles
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Arctic Valley Road: In town. Eagle River: About 25 miles |
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General Vicinity |
Chugach State Park | |
Season |
All year (use snowshoes in winter) | |
Description |
This is a great hike for after work,
especially for someone living on the east side, or for someone who
just got in to town and wants a quick overview. Most people hiking
in the Arctic Valley head to Rendezvous Peak so you'll also get a little
more solitude heading left instead of right when you get to the saddle. Once you easily get to the saddle (from Arctic Valley Rd.), and a quick hop to the peak, you will have an outstanding 360° view. Herein, starting north: Denali and the Alaska Range (on a clear day) Knik Arm, an old Military site, Highland Mtn, the town of Eagle River, the north fork of the river, its surrounding peaks (Magnificent, Baldy, Black Tail Rocks, Harp, Vista & Roundtop), Eagle Glacier, the south fork of Eagle River with Eagle and Symphony Lakes in the distance, Rendezvous Peak, Ship Creek and Indian Valley, Anchorage, Turnagain Arm, and the Cook Inlet. Sign the register in the plastic tube when you get to the top. If you're very careful, you can head down to Highland Mountain. Truly, this a really good view, and with it so easy to get to, residents should put it on their one of these days list. |
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Important Information |
Bring water; no sources after a small creek. | |
Etc. |
There is a 5$ parking fee at Arctic Valley. Your State Park Pass is not valid here. | |
