Petersburg Lake Trail
Petersburg Creek-Duncan Salt Chuck Wilderness, Petersburg Borough, AK
Out-and-back trail in Petersburg Creek-Duncan Salt Chuck Wilderness, Petersburg Borough, AK. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 18.6 mi (29.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,014 ft (309 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 30 min
- High point
- 177 ft (54 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Petersburg Lake Trail
How long is Petersburg Lake Trail?
Petersburg Lake Trail is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 30 min. It climbs 1,014 ft (309 m) in total, up to a high point of 177 ft (54 m).
How hard is Petersburg Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Petersburg Lake Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Petersburg Lake Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Petersburg Lake Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (87% under trees).
What can you do on Petersburg Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Petersburg Lake Trail?
Common Grounds, 0.6 mi (1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: The Trading Union, 0.9 mi (1.4 km).
Is this a good week for Petersburg Lake 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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- Hungry Point Trail Petersburg Borough · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Raven Trail Tongass National Forest · Hard · 5.4 mi (8.6 km)
- City Creek Trail Petersburg Borough · Easy · 2.4 mi (3.9 km)
- Colp Lake Trail Tongass National Forest · Moderate · 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- Boundary Road Tongass National Forest · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.7 km)
- Paint Road Tongass National Forest · Easy · 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap