Porcupine Lake Trail
Nelchina Public Use Area, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK
Out-and-back trail in Nelchina Public Use Area, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.8 mi (20.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 961 ft (293 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 35 min
- High point
- 3,638 ft (1,109 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Porcupine Lake Trail
How long is Porcupine Lake Trail?
Porcupine Lake Trail is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 35 min. It climbs 961 ft (293 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,638 ft (1,109 m).
How hard is Porcupine Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Porcupine Lake Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Porcupine Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Porcupine 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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