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| The Johnson Pass, Resurrection Pass, and Russian Lakes-to-Resurrection River trails of the Kenai Peninsula make up Alaska's most developed trail system. Turn of-the-century prospectors blazed these trails and carried millions of dollars of gold over them. The well-worn footpaths climb through forested valleys to open meadows shimmering with wildflowers and gem-colored lakes. Bridges make it one of Alaska's few regions where you can keep your socks dry. The Forest Service maintains public use cabins in the area ($25-$45 per night). Get details on trails, campgrounds, and cabins from the Seward Ranger District. To reserve a cabin, call 877-444-6777 or check out www.reserveusa.com.
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| Great Kenai Day Hikes |
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| We've listed six of our favorites, in order of hiking time, round-trip. |
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| Russian River Falls |
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| Photograph thousands of salmon fighting their way to the spawning grounds at the weir a half mile above Russian River Falls. The compacted gravel, wheelchair-accessible trail makes a nice one-day round-trip for families. |
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Location |
| 3.5 miles to falls, 4.5 miles to lake |
1.5 – 3 hr |
Mile 52.5 Sterling Hwy |
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| Carter Lake |
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| Hike this steep trail through a hemlock forest to beautiful meadows with fields of wildflowers and lakes with waterfowl. |
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| Length |
Time |
Location |
| 4.6 miles |
2 – 3 hr |
Mile 33.1 Seward Hwy |
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| Bench Creek Bridge on Johnson Pass Trail |
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| Hike through relatively level terrain to spectacular mountain scenery. Linger at the bridge and listen to the river. |
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Time |
Location |
| 7.5 miles |
3 – 4hr |
Mile 63.8 Seward Hwy |
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| Gull Rock Trail |
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| Get great ocean views on this easy walk near Hope. Look for beluga whales. Stay off the dangerous mudflats. |
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Location |
| 10 miles roundtrip |
4 – 6hr |
Porcupine Campground near Hope |
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| Lost Lake |
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| Possibly the most photogenic trail on the Kenai, this trail crosses high alpine terrain with wide open vistas, wildflower meadows, and sapphire lakes. |
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| Length |
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Location |
| 14 miles roundtrip |
7 – 8hr |
Mile 17 Seward Hwy |
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| Juneau Falls on Resurrection Trail |
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| Experience the southern part of the famous Resurrection Trail System on this trek near Cooper Landing. The trail climbs steeply through thick spruce and aspen forest to wide open views. |
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Location |
| 9 miles |
4 – 6hr |
Mile 52 Sterling Hwy |
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