| This one way 26 mile trail follows the historic Iditarod supply route. Mining ruins, views of mountain peaks, and glaciers can be seen while traveling this trail. The stream and river crossings can be difficult.Shorter hikes from Nature Center include: to Echo Bend (easy), 3 miles one way; to Heritage Falls (easy, large falls across river), 4.5 miles one way; Twin Falls (moderate, stream crossings, beaver ponds, waterfalls), 9 miles one way.This area, closed to hunting, is rich in wildlife such as moose, beaver, bears, sheep, and eagles. Hikes from Crow Creek include: to mine site (moderate, steep) 2 miles one way; to Crystal Lake and USFS cabin (moderate, steep, spectacular, reservations required for cabin) 3 miles one way; to pass and Raven Glacier (moderate, spectacular) 4 miles one way. |
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