High Cross Trail
Sitka City and Borough, AK
Out-and-back trail in Sitka City and Borough, AK. Hiking.
- Distance
- 2.1 mi (3.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 774 ft (236 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 5 min
- High point
- 787 ft (240 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about High Cross Trail
How long is High Cross Trail?
High Cross Trail is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 5 min. It climbs 774 ft (236 m) in total, up to a high point of 787 ft (240 m).
How hard is High Cross Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for High Cross Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on High Cross Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is High Cross Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on High Cross Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near High Cross Trail?
Sitka Elks Lodge, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Orion's Sporting Goods, 0.6 mi (1 km).
Is this a good week for High Cross 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 High Cross Trail
- Cross Trail - Pherson Access Sitka City and Borough · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Cross Trail - Baranof Access Sitka City and Borough · Easy · 1 mi (1.7 km)
- Harbor Mountain / Gavan Hill Trail Tongass National Forest · Expert · 10.2 mi (16.4 km)
- Sea Walk Trail Sitka City and Borough · Easy · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- Totem Trail Sitka National Historical Park · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Cross Trail - Peter Simpson Access Sitka City and Borough · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Indian River Trail Tongass National Forest · Hard · 8.5 mi (13.7 km)
- Beach Spur Trail Sitka National Historical Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
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