Established Camping
Summit Trail
Summit Trail in Alaska offers camping amidst rugged terrain with expansive views. Temperatures can range from lows of 10°F in winter to highs of 70°F in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the natural beauty of the White Mountains National Recreation Area.
Description
Bureau of Land Management
From trailhead , the trail climbs over a small dome then drops into the trees before junction with the Ski Loop Trail. The trail continues to climb past Wickersham Dome to its highest point at 3,100 feet near mile ten. The trail then decends through the spruce forest to Beaver Creek and Borealis ?LeFevre Cabin. Crossing Beaver Creek in the summer can be very dangerous at high water and hikers should be aware of their abilities before trying any stream crossing.
Location
Summit Trail is located in Alaska
Directions
Travel north of Fairbanks, Alaska to mile post 28 on the Elliott Highway. The Summit Trail begins at the Wickersham Dome parking lot.
Coordinates
65.27236861 N
147.9685794 W
Access
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