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Telaquana Trail Route
Follow in the footsteps of the Dena'ina Athabascan people on this historic, trail-less hiking route.
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Telaquana Trail Route Details
The Telaquana Trail Route is a popular one-way, trail-less backpacking route that follows in the footsteps of the Dena'ina Athabascan people, original settlers in the area, from Telaquana Lake to Kijik Village on Lake Clark. The route was also used by miners, trappers, and explorers throughout the 1800s and into the early 1900s; it has been designated both an historic district and a cultural landscape. Start your hike from Telaquana Lake and climb into alpine country; the climb may take you two to five hours. Above the tree line, camping sites and drinking water are abundant, and you may decide to stay awhile. Once you're ready to hike again, cross the Mulchatna River upstream of the first major tributary (about 1.5 miles downstream of Turquoise Lake). Follow the tributary to higher country before descending into the Chilikadrotna River basin. Be sure and use caution when crossing the Mulchatna River; waters can be waist-deep in mid-summer. To access the Telaquana Trail Route, you will need to fly into Telaquana Lake or Lower Twin Lake.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
2-4 days
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Nearby Parks Around Telaquana Trail Route
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Telaquana Trail Route
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1.7 mi away
Trail Creek Route
Adventure awaits on the Trail Creek Route, which leads to an alpine pass and glacier.
2.9 mi away
Telaquana Lake
Fly into Telaquana Lake in the park's northern reaches for solitude and fishing.
18.3 mi away
Hope Creek Campground
Set up camp at Upper Twin Lake and you'll realize why Dick Proenneke picked this area to build his cabin.
18.4 mi away
Low Pass Route
The out-and-back Low Pass Route begins at the Proenneke Cabin and follows the lake's shoreline for about three miles.
18.6 mi away
Hope Creek Route
The Hope Creek Route near Upper Twin Lake is a hiking trail with great views of the area's mountains and lakes.
