Alice Smith Intertie Trail
This ridge route is marked with rock cairns and has extraordinary views of Prince William Sound, Eyak Lake, the Copper River Delta, and the surrounding Chugach Mountains.
Specific Trail Information
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General Information
Approximately halfway on the ridge, a small shelter (amenities not included) is available for day-use or overnight camping on a first-come-first-serve basis. There is excellent berry picking along the loop as well as good possibilities of viewing bears and mountain goats. Be aware of dense fog that can obscure the trail. The entire loop from Crater Lake trailhead to Power Creek trailhead is 12 miles (approximate time is 10 - 12 hours).
Elevation: From Crater Lake to Power Creek 1500 ft - 450 ft (457 m - 137 m),
Ridge top 2000 ft.
Length: 6.6 miles (10.6 km)
Recommended Season: Summer, Fall
Ranger District: Cordova Ranger District
USGS Map(s): CORDOVA (C-5)
Difficulty: Difficult
Use: Medium
Time: 5 hours (one way)
Recommended season: summer, fall
Activities in this area i.e. berry picking, picnicking, temporary camping, etc. require a permit from the Eyak Corporation (P# 424-7161).
*17 (b) easements provide access to public lands, granted through ANCSA part 17(b), through privately owned lands of the Alaska Native Corporations. Please respect private property rights by staying on the trails and do not trespass. Activities in this area i.e. berry picking, picnicking, temporary camping, etc. require a permit from the Eyak Corporation (P# 424-7161).
Getting There
Trailhead/Starting Points
Access #1: Via end of Crater Lake Trail (2.4 mile)
Access #2: Via Power Creek Trail (3.0 mile)
Directions
Visit the nearest office for more information.
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