Wrangell-St. Elias — Goat Trail
A 20-mile off-trail traverse from Chitistone Pass to McCarthy — Alaska's most classic ridge walk.
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- Region
- Alaska, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Coastal-influenced alpine (700–2,000 m)
- Best season
- July – August
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Sea Kayaking
- Beachcombing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Coastal-influenced alpine (700–2,000 m)
- Best season: July – August
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 20-mile off-trail traverse from Chitistone Pass to McCarthy — Alaska's most classic ridge walk.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – August
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Coastal-influenced alpine (700–2,000 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Wrangell-St. Elias — Goat Trail trip tools
Popular pursuits at Wrangell-St. Elias — Goat Trail
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
- Sea Kayaking
Coastal crossings, tides, and protected camps.
- Beachcombing
Tide-line walking between camps.
