The trail provides access to Root Glacier as well as primitive campsites with food lockers. Depending on the season, a river crossing may be necessary to reach the glacier. The NPS advises those intending to walk on the glacier to practice extreme caution and use crampons or other traction devices.

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

Root Glacier Trail/Erie Mine Trail junction

1. Erie Mine Trail to view of Root Glacier — Wrangell-St. Elias National Park

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