Alaskan Alpine Treks, Guided Backpacking and hiking Trips in Wrangell-St. Elias, Alaska
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Chugach national Forest in the Chugach Mountains from Resurrection Pass, Kenai Peninsula, Alaska

The Chugach Forest is the second largest national forest in the USA. This vast 5 940 000-acre area contains an impressive array of forests, rivers, mountains and glaciers. Wildlife patrol the region here, with moose, caribou, Dall sheep, mountain goats and both black and grizzly bear present. Wolves may also be encountered, as can wolverine, river otters, marmots, and a host of other mammals, along with countless species of birds; bald eagles, ptarmigans, ducks, shorebirds and more. The Chugach has the greatest trail system in Alaska, and Johnson Pass Trail and Resurrection Pass Trails are two of the better backpacking experiences in the region. Enjoy some leisurely lakeside camping, revel in the amazing wildflower display of the lush Chugach forest, and explore the high mountain passes, scoping for wildlife.

Both Johnson Pass and Resurrection Pass trails were carved by the gold miner's of the late 19th century as they made their way north towards the gold fields of Alaska's interior. Similar in their terrain, both trips begin in the lush spruce forests of the Chugach, and gradually ascend through open meadows and traces of aspens stands toward the treeless tundra of the high alpine region. Both trips offer fantastic lakeside camping, and we spend more than a few days here, day hiking and exploring the surrounding ridgetops and relaxing in this alpine playground.

Black Bear feeding, Mountains, Wrangell-St. Elias, AlaskaMost lakes here offer good fishing. At 23 miles long, Johnson Pass trail is the shorter of the two, and usually makes a good four day hike. Campsites next to the cool waters of Bench and Johnson Lake are perfect for allowing day hikingand exploration of the surrounding alpine pass. We allow for 6 nights on the trail on the more popular Resurrection Pass trip, climbing gradually towards the pass, continuin south and ultimately passing Juneau Falls, a magnificent roaring drop of water that plunges deep into the gorge before a final short and easy hike leads us to the trailhead at Sterling highway. Hiking in Alaska is never easier than in the lush climes of the Kenai, and you'll definitely enjoy this fantastic adventure.

 

Trip dates: Recommended Dates: July - Sept
Difficulty: Easy
Trip Highlights: Alpine Lakes, spruce forest, trails, and mountain views.

"A fantastic trip -- one of the most enjoyable backpacking adventures of my life. The Kenai is gorgeous!"-- Mike Holding, NC.

Resurrection Pass Trip, Kenai Peninsula, backpacking slide show. Trip Prices

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