at mile 15 of Hope Highway. Really well maintained trail. We didn't pass many people the whole day. For more current travel conditions call the park rangers. Hiked in 3 days South to North staying at campsites. Here I wild camped on a few of the many deserted beaches. Black bear seen near East Creek cabin. A ~40 mile singletrack trail from Cooper Landing to Hope, scenic backcountry. Most amazing hiking adventure ever. I think the big takeaway is that even if you are well prepared going into the Alaska wilderness, you can get in over your head, Bedard said. After you cross the bridge, the views really open up as you head into the wide pass. Campfire Kodiak 313 subscribers I now understand why this is the most popular hike on the Kenai Peninsula! Trammell took the overall win in 7:03:10 seconds, which ranks as the fourth fastest time. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. There are no road crossings, and you will be on your own, getting water as needed from the streams (most people treat the stream water - lots of wildlife in the area). A 39 mile trail that climbs from 500 to 2600 feet, visitors can reserve one or all of eight public use cabins along the route. Relatively low mosquito pressure for the location/season. Hope and Cooper Landing are both about 300 feet above sea level, and the trails high point -- the 2,600-foot Resurrection Pass -- comes about midway between those towns. If you start from Cooper Landing you'll get most of your climbing out of the way early and you'll get to enjoy a nice downhill into Hope. 100 Miles Alone on Alaska: If you truly want to socially distance yourself from others, I can think of few better places to do just that than on the Resurrection Pass Trail in Alaska. I had wet shoes for 2/3 of the trip. by Mike Oppenheimer is our newest Lighthouse Trails Booklet . Did this trail alone this past weekend, 8/6-8/7. Beth Bragg wrote about sports and other topics for the ADN for more than 35 years, much of it as sports editor. To get to some of the cabins you do have to walk a bit off the trail to access. Sign up for the monthly newsletter, with the latest travel news and special offers, and receive bonus gifts to get you started. You can also access the cabin from Devils Pass Trail. Box 390 Seward, AK From Resurrection Pass Trail South, its 27.5 miles one-way. The walk across the pass was incredible! Camped 1st night. Resurrection Pass is popular for both hiking and mountain biking, be prepared for bike encounters. Photo by Irene Lindquist. Not more than 10 feet from him, I let out an "Oh S**!"*. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Login; Register; Espaol. If you want to walk down to the creek, its a very short trip. Featured NRT Articles Fat bikes along Resurrection Creek. Monotony is poverty, whether in speech or in life. Very little snow through the pass. We and our partners share information on your use of this website to help improve your experience. Its popularity is due to the significant amount of diverse opportunities available, including hiking, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, camping, scenic vistas, waterfalls, wildlife viewing, and access to lakes and streams. Elevation Gain (cumulative): Not Available Definitely a great experience. Well maintained, may be muddy in places. We would like to thank Clear Alaskan Glacial for supplying water for our races. Wow. In 2005, I moved to Quito, Ecuador with $35 in my pocket and a small handful of online clients. Trail was overall in good condition, about mile 3 is a beaver dam that flooded a portion of the trail, you gotta go in the woods to get around it. This route is about 20 miles, and its a great trail to bike in from. The middle portion of the trail above tree-line is great! The Resurrection Pass trail (40 miles one way) is a fairly easy trail, well-maintained, minimal overgrowth, with plenty of streams and lakes for water. He said the hikers satellite phone really expedited the rescue. She said some of the bridges are underwater from spring flooding. One of the greatest backpacks I have ever done. I plan on doing the other 27 miles sometime this summer but all in all, I think I would rather stay at the designated campsites. A bear was reported on 14 June near trout lake but we had no issues. The hikers called the Alaska State Troopers around 11:30 p.m. Tuesday. So. or death. Learn how your comment data is processed. Fox Creek Cabin is a public use cabin that sits next to Fox Creek in the Kenai Mountains near Cooper Landing. Great views, and despite how many people were on the trail a fair bit of solitude. The snowmobiling trailhead for Resurrection Pass Trail System is located 85 miles from Anchorage, just 4.5 miles south of Hope on Resurrection Creek Road, and provides access to the 72 miles system. Put on your walking shoes, hit the streets, and discover the Hidden Gems of Tallinn, Estonia. Not too buggy, little muddy but nothing we couldnt walk around and we saw a moose and her baby. From the Resurrection Pass South Trailhead, hike 7 miles to spur trail, then continue another half-mile to the cabin. The retrieval happened around 5:14, according to the Trooper dispatch. Conditions were good. If you're going to stay at the huts and using a sled, bring wood. Strive to increase the variety of your speech as the business man labors to augment his wealth. There we had to ford the river and make our way over/around a very large wall of snow. We would like to do the Devils Creek Trail to Devils Pass next. Rained a bit each day while hiking and every night. The cabin costs $75 per night during peak season (May 1-Sep 30). You'll cross over Caribou Creek, just before the cabin, and then you'll be hiking on the other side of Resurrection Creek. Fox Creek Cabin can be found along Resurrection Pass Trail in Hope. You'll gain and lose 2,000 feet in elevation along the way. Resurrection Pass is a 39 mile trail that extends from Hope to Cooper Landing with a high point of 2600 at the pass. Benefits of designation Its important to note that winter access can be very difficult on foot or bike. However, the Juneau Lake one is really nice, one of the nicest on the Pass I've seen so far. Special features: Alpine scenery, large lakes, fishing, and a series of fee cabins. Konrath-Bera, the cross-country coach at Eagle River High School, was the only person to complete the race in less than 24 hours. From haunted British Seward, Alaska - a breathtaking land shaped by glaciers, and nestled between mountains and ocean. Slipper mud in places that made it a little slower. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. Hiked as a three day backpack north to south, heading over summit creek trail just after Resurrection Pass. There are numerous campsites along . Resurrection Pass is the most popular longer hike on the Kenai. The marked trailhead is on the north side of the Sterling Highway at Mile 53, about 15.5 miles west of the junction of the Seward and Sterling Highways and 0.2 mile west of the second Kenai River Bridge. Winner 2022 NRT Photo Contest, Equestrian Trails. So please! From Resurrection Pass Trail North, its 11.5 miles one-way. Capture a web page as it appears now for use as a trusted citation in the future. Peaceful and quite, didnt see many people at all. The 2023 Res Pass Ultras will be held on July 28-29. (Version 6) * concise introductions to the plays and other works * images of how . Search by Trail Type, NRT Home Page This Event Took Place Sat. This Event Took Place Sat. Birds!!! What an amazing location! The Resurrection Pass Trail was part of a route used by early gold miners to get from Resurrection Bay near Seward, AK, to mining claims along Turnagain Arm. State(s): Alaska Primary Surface: Not Available Get the latest trail guides, travel tips, and more! The bear was surprised!, and luckily was scared too and took off within seconds. A series of Forest Service cabins make this one of the most popular hiking destinations in Southcentral Alaska. Discover this 72.3-km point-to-point trail near Hope, Alaska. The cabin is very clean. It's up a small hill with a great view of the lake and the mountains. Visitors enjoy the alpine vistas, hiking and hunting, among other outdoor recreation opportunities. At mile 15 Hope Highway in Hope turn south onto Resurrection Creek Road. Get advice from travelers in our Alaska Travel Club. I only went about 10 miles in, camped the night, then headed back out. Kraig is an outdoor and adventure travel writer based in Nashville, TN. The trail is well-maintained and usually highly trafficked during the summer months. Fox Creek Cabin is nice but the view is kind of so-so. The route can be completed both ways. Very icy both ways, not conducive to skiing except sort of the mile nearest the cabin. It was absolutely gorgeous and I would highly recommend for those thinking of dabbling in backpacking. Make sure to purify your water before using it. The 100-mile race, which dates back to 2003, began Friday afternoon and followed the Resurrection Pass Trail from Hope to Cooper Landing and back, with a brief detour to the Devils Pass trail to pick up a few extra miles on the return trip. But that's just me (on the other hand, it was nice not to have to add more weight in the pack with a tent). When in forest or limited visibility, stay in your hiking world and pay attention! The Hope end of the trail passes gold-dredge tailings and an overgrown mine site, each a good reminder of the areas past. Alaska Division of Tourism, P.O. Save Page Now. You will have to pack out what you pack in. The area was beautiful and the trail well maintained - at least what I saw of it! You can get around flooded section. Quantity discounts are as much as 50% off retail. Trail was wonderful! There is a small aid station with your drop bags where you can pick up your supplies for the next 38 miles along the Resurrection Pass Trail. I definitely recommend taking 5 days to truly enjoy every single aspect and landscape this Alaskan trail has to offer. From Anchorage, head south on the Seward Highway to Hope. She retired in October 2021. Signed campsites are spaced no more than a mile or two apart the entire length of the trail, except for about a 5-mile stretch roughly centered on Resurrection Pass. I'm sure my pace slowed down a lot on this hill, but it didn't really feel like it. We saw one black bear in Resurrection Pass, but far away. Cabin users are responsible for supplying their own wood, but you may find some that the previous guest left behind. i wore trail runner and smartwool socks so it dried quickly. Overall, would highly recommend. Warning: Traveling in Alaska's backcountry can be extremely dangerous and can lead to serious injury The trail is now a National Recreation Trail maintained by the US Forest Service. Bright red salmon that along with the scenery, was just absolutely breathtaking. Stayed in Devils Pass Cabin 2nd night and Fox Creek Cabin 3rd night. After a few miles of this, I started drifting into my own little world and started daydreaming. Bedard said the rescue coordinators asked the hikers via satellite phone to turn on their headlamps so the second helicopter, the Pave Hawk, could find them. Overall really awesome trail did it north to south and impressed with how maintained it was just overgrown in a few spots. 2023 Andrea Kuuipo Abroad | All Rights Reserved. Resurrection Pass at 2,600 feet in elevation. 39 miles of well maintained trail, four spectacular mountain. It took 4.5 hours. It was beautiful w the fall colors. Elevation gain is only about 3000 feet in 15 miles (N to S) then a gradual descent. The lower Hope side of the trail has some roots. I have done plenty of hard rated trails on here that were less challenging than this trail. Need help planning a trip? Jacob Konrath-Bera celebrated his 43rd birthday and Laura McDonough celebrated yet another triumph Saturday by finishing 1-2 in the Resurrection Pass 100, a 100-mile trail race on the Kenai Peninsula. First off, I haven't done the whole trail. All rights reserved. Photo by Irene Lindquist. Sunday was cloudy but it didn't rain till I was already in the truck heading home. 2022 Anchorage Daily News. March 28, 2016 by Lighthouse Trails author. Enter the email address you signed up with and we'll email you a reset link. Width: 30 inches. Rainy but beautiful all day Sat. He reached the finish line in Hope just before 3 p.m. Saturday -- his birthday -- and finished with a time of 23 hours, 40 minutes, 11 seconds. Every corner was met with the most scenic views anyone could ask for. Helpful NRT contacts. also many slushy or slippery snow crossing in the pass. For questions, suggestions, and corrections to information listed on the website, contact American Trails. It is thus told by Jacques de Voragine, in his "Legenda Aurea:" Year Designated: 1979. Saw a few people at Storsand Beach, but hardly anyone on the walking trails or at the other smaller bays. The trail basically stays in the valley with great views of the surrounding Kenai Mountains. Great hike! Happy trails!!! Photo by Irene Lindquist. 10/10. The flies on were terrible, a head net was a must. Very muddy. - see below). The Resurrection Pass 50 and 100 mile trail races are low key, mostly self-supported runs between Hope and Cooper Landing, Alaska. Trail Managers: please use the official NRT update form to update your trail for any of the following changes: >> Download the official NRT update form. This was my first solo backpacking trip ever. Elevation High Point: Not Available Leave them in the comments. There are rainbow and lake trout, burbot, and whitefish in Trout Lake, the same species plus grayling in Juneau Lake, and lake trout, rainbow trout and Dolly Varden in Swan Lake. Very few flies and mosquitos. I urge you to use all available resources to educate yourself on I was able to scare it off with some yelling but my tent was completely destroyed, so I turned around and exited the trail. Your email address will not be published. The Alaska Air National Guard rescued two hikers on Resurrection Pass trail early Wednesday after the hikers said they were unable to make it through snow and water in the pass. Lots of evidence of wildlife but did not see IRLonly birds. Hiked Hope to Cooper Landing September 16th-20th. This website is only intended as an aid and cannot guarantee safety. The Resurrection Pass 50 and 100 mile trail races are low key, self-supported runs between Hope and Cooper Landing, Alaska. For biking, Going from Hope to Cooper Landing is definitely preferable. Awesome variety of terrain and lots of wildlife. The day was sunny and beautiful, we only saw about 5-10 bikers and ~3 backpackers. The one-way distance between the two main trailheads via Hope, Seward and Sterling highways is about 43 miles. Absolutely beautiful, amazing terrain. Return trip from Caribou Creek Cabin (1/7 -1/9 trip). Resurrection Pass Trail North to Fox Creek Cabin 11.5 miles one-way. This stunning, long-distance trail winds across the mountains of Slovenia. the particular trails you will be on as well as general wilderness safety and first aid. Did Hope-Cooper Landing over 4 days staying at the cabins we reserved every 10-12 miles. The self-supported races are held on a trail originally used by gold miners. For more current travel . It was extremely gradual and moderate the whole way. A dozen runners finished the 100-mile race and 36 finished the 50-miler. Skiing Resurrection Pass Trail South at Mile 5. Secondary Surface: None The trail is now a National Recreation Trail maintained by the US Forest Service. Just around 40 miles total, 13 hours of moving time all in all. I would say you are in the trees for a large majority of this trail but once youre in Res Pass its pretty to see all of the rolling tundra. some sections are overgrown so it was a bit bushwacky but no big deal, just wear pants. Winter travelers need to be able to evaluate avalanche and over-ice travel conditions. Now you can truly own all of Shakespeare's works and a wealth of BONUS material on your eReader, and all in ONE well-organised file. This public-use cabin sits next to a small creek in the Kenai Mountains, Alaska. HOME BLOG ABOUT WORK WITH ME PRIVACY POLICY RETURN POLICY DISCLOSURE. Beyond Swan Lake, the trail climbs in switchbacks into Juneau Creeks alpine upper valley. Hiked over 4 days from Coopers Landing to Hope. The trailhead is a 1 hour and 45-minute drive south of Anchorage. Trails were in great shape. Obviously quite muddy in areas due to all the rain weve been getting, was to be expected. This hike was nearly flat the whole way, with Resurrection Trail Pass being the highlight. Trail climbs gradually the first 3 miles through spruce/ birch forest above the Kenai River. Resurrection Pass Trail was a route used by early gold miners to access mining claims along Turnagain Arm. Fish Resurrection Creek for pink salmon and Dolly Varden, and Juneau Creek for Dollies. We lost a nice newish pair of mens boots off a Pulk sled due to the icy jostling around and had hoped to find them on the trail or at the trailhead but others, apparently, were not so kind :(, Beautiful trail. Aug 8, 2020 See the 2022 event General Information The Resurrection Pass 50 and 100 mile trail races are low key, relatively self-supported running races on a US Forest Service trail between Hope on the north and Cooper Landing on the south on the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. Third place went to Inokuma, who topped the women in 8:04:21, the fifth fastest womens time in history. Last weekend, I came in from the Sterling Highway side (first time) and stayed at the Juneau Lake Cabin. All rights reserved. Here is a guide that will A thorough list of haunted trails from around the world that I have discovered through the years. I've been backpacking up in Alaska for over 5 years and fortunately have experienced few mishaps. This would be the longer route to reach the cabin. Did the trail end to end in 9 hours. Backpacking Resurrection Pass Trail in Alaska, How to Reserve Public Use Cabins in Alaska. To reserve the cabin, you will need to visit the reservation site here. Birdsongs, forest glens, and mountains are not monotonousit is the long rows of brownstone fronts and the miles of paved streets that are so terribly same. Donate, Browse NRT Map As you get further in, the views get better, except for mile 6 where a controlled burn was ignited a few years back. I have gone in about 7 miles for a winter hike to Caribou Cabin, but the little I've seen makes me want to do the whole thing. Do you have any questions about the this public use cabin in Cooper Landing? Did this trail 10-14AUG21. The Hope community has a fire ban in place, which considering how dry the ground was up there its probably better to forgo the campfires and stick with a stove. Stayed at Caribou Creek campsite first night. Its much easier during odd years, which is when motorized use is allowed on the trail. The trail to the cabin is an 11.5-mile one-way hike from the north trailhead in Hope or a 27.5-mile one-way hike from the Resurrection Pass Trail South in Cooper Landing. Jul 29, 2023. Upcoming Trail Runs within 50 miles of Anchorage, AK. It was hard enough doing the trail on foot due to the mud and overgrowth that I cant imagine trying to wrangle a bike along the majority of the trail - but Im not a biker either, LOL! No bears but a bit of scat along the way. Refer to USGS map Seward C8. but you only need 500ml at most. The views from north to south were that of dreams. The trail is in decent shape, (minus where the beaver dam made water erode the trail) the side of the pass toward Cooper landing was a might overgrown with the Alders pushing you off the trail at times. The cabin is equipped with a wood heating stove. The last day was 8 miles to Hope and it was pretty muddy due to the bike traffic. The trail crosses. We spent the first night at the Romig Cabin (super spacious and gorgeous views of June Lake + nice bathroom). ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Juneau Lake on Resurrection Pass Trail South. This trail is great for backpacking, birding, and camping, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Required fields are marked *. You'll have access to the good times, the horrifying times, and a few well-deserved moments of travel glamour. Went in 9 miles, camped then headed back the next day. The main attraction of this trail, especially in winter, are the 8 Federal Cabins interspersed for you to rent and stay overnight. A splitting maul and saw are available on-site. Resurrection Pass Trail 1 review Unclaimed Hiking, Mountain Biking, Campgrounds See 24 photos Russian River Falls Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Frequently Asked Questions about Resurrection Pass Trail How is Resurrection Pass Trail rated? Trail Management: Resurrection Pass Ultra Races. Saw a few people on bikes. Hiked out today in about 4 hours. Resurrection Pass is one of the most popular longer hikes on the Kenai. Most distressing was the seriously rude occupants beforehand who let their horses crap over all the area. This 100 mile (160 km) long backpacking route wanders through some truly spectacular wilderness inside the Kenai Fjords National Park. There was only one spot in the pass that still had snow over the trail and it only lasted about 40 feet. The Resurrection Pass trail runs north to south from Hope to the Seward River on the Kenai Peninsula, only about an hour-and-a-half from Anchorage. The Resurrection Pass 50 will be in August. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec. Month: Month . I don't know if it was typical but when we stayed at the Caribou Creek Cabin, there was none. The cabin sits just above Fox Creek and is surrounded by a spruce and birch forest and the views of the nearby Kenai Mountains surrounding the cabin are pretty good. The lake was frozen solid but there were 2 canoes underneath the porch. 50M trail run More Information We went Cooper Landing to Hope. Race dates: July 28-29, 2023 Res Pass 100 miler Starts: Friday, July 28 at 3PM Location: Resurrection Pass Trailhead in Hope Res Pass 50 miler Camped near Swan Lake. Please dont try and do this in under 5 days. Only two to three patches that can be walked around or the snow was shallow and packed down. People need places designated IMO for health and safety. and your shoes will get wet in the slushy parts. The trail features a string of eight fee cabins that make the trip a great 3-to-6-day cabin-to-cabin hike if you can reserve the right cabins in advance. The first helicopter flew ahead to check on the weather below amid low visibility. This would be the longer route to reach the cabin. P.S. Drive 16 miles to the outskirts of Hope and turn left (south) onto Palmer Creek Road. Hope to Cooper Landing - September 5th-9th. Gear Review: The Xero Scrambler Mid is an Ultralight Hiking Shoe for Spring, Gear Review: Yeti Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler, Kristin Harila Continues Pursuit of 8000-Meter Speed Record, Two Expeditions are Attempting the Northwest Passage This Summer, Climate Change is Disrupting Climbing in the Alps, Video: What to Take on a Bikepacking Expedition, Adventure Quickies: Park Service Social Distancing Signs, African Tourism Devastated, and More. Designations by Year I loved the hike but I am giving this 3 stars because the mountain bikes have really done a number to the wet trail conditions. Oh the stories I could tell, and I will try to do that here in Tramposaurus Treks. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. trekking poles came in super handy for the slippery parts. It's an awesome route that was, decades ago, a wagon trail connecting Hope and Cooper Landing. The porch faces south for nice warmth (it was in the 40's). Such beautiful fall colors. The Resurrection Trail connects the small (think: three roads small) town of Hope with Cooper Landing via a 39-mile trail through the Chugach Mountains. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. Great trail. The south trailhead is at Mile 53.2 of the Sterling Highway (106 miles from Anchorage.) It can be ridden point-to-point, or using Devil's Creek trail to ride Devil's to Hope or Devil's to Cooper Landing . Campgrounds are really nice--often with toilets!--but would try to stay in cabins if we could do this again. 103 views, 0 likes, 1 loves, 4 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Peace Lutheran Church: February 5, 2023 - Be Prepared Only saw a black bear pretty far off however plenty of brown bear and black bear scat throughout the trail. It was pretty disgusting to see pile after pile right in front of the cabin, especially since there was a sign that tells you where to corral them in the back. From Resurrection Pass Trail South, it's 27.5 miles one-way. Trail is in great shape. Access From the Resurrection Pass South Trailhead, at milepost 53.2 on Sterling Highway, hike 9 miles to the cabin or fly by float lane (10 minutes from Cooper Landing). Full suspension recommended. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); A series of short, informational videos to lure travelers to the streets of Budapest and to explore the amazing city Art Nouveau defines Budapest in much the same way as skyscrapers define New York. In about 0.6 mile, bear right at a road fork onto Resurrection Creek Road, continue to the signed trailhead, a total of 4 miles from the Hope Highway. This message will be sent to the organizers of the event. This cabin is secluded and nicely maintained, right on the water. Found a blue mens puffy a couple miles from trailhead and had seen or heard no one the entire trip so we left it at trailhead. The Resurrection Pass 50 and 100 mile trail races are low key, self-supported runs between Hope and Cooper Landing, Alaska. In a snowmachine year, skiing and fatbiking conditions are improved by trail traffic, as each machine grooms a four-foot wide path. A few patches of snow at the top, but easy to walk across. By using this site you accept the risk and sole responsibility for your safety
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