Caribou Creek Trail
Wrangell-St. Elias National Preserve, Copper River Census Area, AK
Out-and-back trail in Wrangell-St. Elias National Preserve, Copper River Census Area, AK. Hiking.
- Distance
- 6.5 mi (10.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,001 ft (305 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 35 min
- High point
- 4,022 ft (1,226 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Hut: Caribou Creek Cabin 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Caribou Creek Trail
How long is Caribou Creek Trail?
Caribou Creek Trail is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 35 min. It climbs 1,001 ft (305 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,022 ft (1,226 m).
How hard is Caribou Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Caribou Creek Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Caribou Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Caribou Creek Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (44% under trees).
What can you do on Caribou Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Caribou 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.
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