Crow Pass Trail
~2 days · 22.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Crow Pass Trail is known for
Crow Pass traverses the Chugach Mountains from Girdwood to the Eagle River Nature Center along a historic Iditarod supply route, passing Raven Glacier and descending the Eagle River valley. About 21-23 miles point-to-point with a mandatory ford of Eagle River, classically done as an overnight.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,496 ft to 11,949 ft over 22.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 5.7 mi · 25%
- Downhill 13.4 mi · 60%
- Flat 3.3 mi · 15%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Crow Pass Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Crow Pass Trail scores 16/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Crow Pass Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Crow Pass Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 22.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Crow Pass Trail?
The Crow Pass Trail climbs roughly 3,550 ft total — about 158 ft per mile, topping out near 3,665 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.