Belanger Pass

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Off the Glenn highway and very near the Eureka Lodge is Belanger Pass, an Alaska mining trail with numerous active local mines. On a clear day, the views from the pass of surrounding mountains and glaciers are spectacular. Belanger Pass Trail is a common access point to the Nelchina Public Use Area ...Read More
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Highlights of Belanger Pass

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Camping Category IconCamping
Mine Category IconMine
Mud Category IconMud
Overland Category IconOverland
Scenic Category IconScenic
Water Category IconWater
Highest Elevation
4409 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
Belanger Pass
Nearest Town
Sutton
Nearest Services
Palmer
Management Agency
Department of Natural Resources
District
Mat-Su/Copper Basin Area

Overview

Off the Glenn highway and very near the Eureka Lodge is Belanger Pass, an Alaska mining trail with numerous active local mines. On a clear day, the views from the pass of surrounding mountains and glaciers are spectacular. Belanger Pass Trail is a common access point to the Nelchina Public Use Area which is roughly 2.5 million acres of Alaska set aside for Alaskans and wildlife in 1985 by the Alaska Legislature. The Nelchina Public Use Area is a very common destination among hunters, berry pickers, mountain bikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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10 Waypoints
32 Trail Photos
4 Trail Concerns
1 Community Reviews
1 Video
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