This trail follows the course of McCarthy Creek, and may be washed out in places. If you continue beyond the end of the trail, you can access a mining-era tunnel and also climb to Nicolai Pass.

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Distance 10.3 km

Uphill 320 m

Downhill 180 m

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

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