"After the first glass, you see things as you wish they were. After the second, you see things as they are not. Finally, you see things as they really are, which is the most horrible thing in the world."
--Oscar Wilde on Absinthe
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HuntAK59 - Jan 28, 2011 11:49 pm Date Climbed: Jul 6, 2008
AMAZINGMy favorite hike EVER. Its got history, views, wildlife, hardship. We hiked it and had freezing rain over the pass. Got a little lost due to a ranger mislead and went into Peterson trail. For no one that knows, a guy took a crew there and killed 17 people at once in the 1800 goldrush. SCARY. Amazing hike!!
juneauhiker - Feb 26, 2010 7:29 pm Date Climbed: Jun 27, 2008
Super experienceA beautiful trail that passes through many biomes and over 100 years of history. I'm thankful for modern backpacks and footwear.
jamesmh - Nov 30, 2008 12:36 pm
Lots of historyThis is a great hike with lots of great scenery and history. At several of the designated campsites along the way, the Parks Service has books and journals of '98 gold rushers. It's a very interesting hike when you read about their experiences while you're right there.
I did this hike from Dyea to Lake Bennett in 2+ days without much trouble (aside from the requisite Alaskan mosquitos).
Dan Leonhard - Sep 21, 2008 3:39 pm Date Climbed: Jun 29, 2008
Great tripThough the first half of the trip rained a lot, after summiting the clouds cleared and made for great views. I had a great time on this trip. klwagar hit it dead on by saying savour the experience.
klwagar - Jun 8, 2006 12:33 am
fun hikeHiked with my daughter - her first multi day hike - went slowly to savour the experience - lots to see along the way.
chilkoot - May 12, 2006 2:41 am Date Climbed: Jul 1, 2005
Hiking with historyWhat a dream come true to follow in the footsteps of so many intrepid adventurers who came seeking their fortunes before me!