The Erie Mine Trail runs parallel to the eastern edge of Root Glacier. Though it is separated from the glacier by the moraine and some elevation, good views of the glacier are frequent.

Sylvia 🪅

January 3, 2023

A nice trail, also used by bears!

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Elevation 830 m

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Sunday 23 November

-10°C

-14°C

12 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Location: Mccarthy, Copper River Census Area, Alaska, United States

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