Resurrection Pass Trail
~4 days · 41.2 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Resurrection Pass Trail is known for
A 39-mile point-to-point route across the Kenai Peninsula, connecting the Sterling Highway (near Cooper Landing) to the historic gold-rush town of Hope. The trail climbs through spruce and hemlock forest past alpine lakes and over the 2,600-foot Resurrection Pass before descending along Resurrection Creek to Cook Inlet. USFS-operated backcountry cabins are available by reservation at roughly 10-mile intervals.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,368 ft to 8,599 ft over 41.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 12.7 mi · 31%
- Downhill 18.3 mi · 44%
- Flat 10.2 mi · 25%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Resurrection Pass Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Resurrection Pass Trail scores 14/100, 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 Resurrection Pass Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Resurrection Pass Trail in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 41.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Resurrection Pass Trail?
The Resurrection Pass Trail climbs roughly 3,402 ft total — about 83 ft per mile, topping out near 2,625 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.