McCarthy Creek Road Trail

Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Copper River Census Area, AK

Point-to-point trail in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Copper River Census Area, AK. Hiking.

Distance
12.6 mi (20.3 km)
Elevation Gain
2,139 ft (652 m)
Est. Time
5 hr 10 min
High point
2,753 ft (839 m)
Difficulty
Expert
Route type
Point to point

Features

Questions about McCarthy Creek Road Trail

How long is McCarthy Creek Road Trail?

McCarthy Creek Road Trail is 12.6 mi (20.3 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 10 min. It climbs 2,139 ft (652 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,753 ft (839 m).

How hard is McCarthy Creek Road Trail?

GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for McCarthy Creek Road Trail?

No parking mapped: check before you drive.

Are there water and toilets on McCarthy Creek Road Trail?

No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.

Is McCarthy Creek Road Trail shaded?

Mostly shaded (82% under trees).

Can you bring a dog on McCarthy Creek Road Trail?

No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.

What can you do on McCarthy Creek Road Trail?

Best for Hiking.

Where can you eat near McCarthy Creek Road Trail?

Golden Saloon, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat.

Is this a good week for McCarthy Creek Road 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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