Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route)
Qeqqata, Greenland
Point-to-point trail in Qeqqata, Greenland. Hiking.
- Distance
- 31.2 mi (50.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 9,009 ft (2,746 m)
- Est. Time
- 14 hr 35 min
- High point
- 1,722 ft (525 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Hut: Igalassat 9.3 mi (15 km) from start
- Campsite 26 mi (41.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route)
How long is Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route)?
Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route) is 31.2 mi (50.2 km) long. Most people take about 14 hr 35 min. It climbs 9,009 ft (2,746 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,722 ft (525 m).
How hard is Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route)?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 9.3 mi (15 km).
Is Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route) shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route)?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Arctic Circle Trail (Southern Route)
- Kangerlussuaq-Sisimiut Winter Trail (over the old bridge) Qeqqata · Moderate · 6.7 mi (10.8 km)
- Kangerlussuaq-Sisimiut Summer Trail (over the new bridge) Qeqqata · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Kangerlussuaq-Sisimiut Trail (over the new bridge) Qeqqata · Easy · 4.3 mi (7 km)
- ATV road Qeqqata · Easy · 3.1 mi (5 km)
- ATV road approximate trajectory Qeqqata · Moderate · 16.1 mi (26 km)
- Kangerlussuaq-Sisimiut Winter Trail Qeqqata · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- ATV road Qeqqata · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.5 km)
- ATV road (approximate trajectory) Qeqqata · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
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