Bessie Creek Trail
Tongass National Forest, Juneau City and Borough, AK
Out-and-back trail in Tongass National Forest, Juneau City and Borough, AK. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 4.1 mi (6.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 768 ft (234 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 40 min
- High point
- 719 ft (219 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Bessie Creek Trail
How long is Bessie Creek Trail?
Bessie Creek Trail is 4.1 mi (6.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 40 min. It climbs 768 ft (234 m) in total, up to a high point of 719 ft (219 m).
How hard is Bessie Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Bessie Creek Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Bessie Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Bessie Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (93% under trees).
What can you do on Bessie Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Bessie Creek Trail?
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 Bessie Creek Trail
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- Bessie Creek Spur Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Bessie Mine Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.5 km)
- Cowee Creek Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 1.8 mi (3 km)
- North Bridget Cove Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 3.3 mi (5.4 km)
- Boy Scout Camp Trail Juneau City and Borough · Easy · 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Cedar Lake Trail Point Bridget State Park · Moderate · 3.9 mi (6.2 km)
- Yankee Basin Spur Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 1.2 mi (2 km)
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