East Fork Trail - Anchorage, AK

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East Fork Trail

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This trail begins at mile 10.5 of the Lakeside Trail. It parallels the East Fork of Eklutna River to a glacial lake that reflects the surrounding peaks and glacier. Bashful, the tallest peak in Chugach State Park, at 8,005 feet, and its neighbors, Bold and Baleful, tower above the river to the northeast while the Mitre forms the west wall of the valley.

Wildflowers line the trail, changing with the different ecosystems visitors pass through. Dall sheep, mountain goats and moose inhabit the mountain slopes. Watch for the ouzel, a small water bird that bobs in the water and feeds along the river bottom. Berry picking is good in the fall.

Facilities: The Eklutna Lake Campground provides restrooms, water, picnic tables, and fire rings.

Best Time To Visit: This park is open year-round.

Fees: There is no fee to enter the park.

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: There are a variety of rules at the Chugach State Park, concerning everything from horses, pets, firearms, vehicles, quicksand, gold panning and more. Please contact the park for more specific information.

Directions: From Glenn Highway, take Eklutna Exit at Mile 26. Turn toward mountains and follow park signs 10 miles on gravel road to Eklutna Lake and campground. Then begin at the trailhead parking lot, cross the Twin Peaks Creek Bridge and take a right onto the Lakeside Trail. This trail begins at mile 10.5 of the Lakeshore Trail.

Map: Click here for a map to East Fork Trail

Reservations: No reservations are needed.

Attractions Near
East Fork Trail

Chugach State Park
Eklutna Lake
Eklutna Lake Campground
Eklutna Lakeside Trail

Address

Chugach State Park

HC 52

Box 8999

Indian, Alaska 99540

Phone
General: (907) 345-5014

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