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Mount Ripinsky Trail
Activity:
Hiking, winter use
Summary:
This system of hiking trails passes through rainforest and into alpine ecosystem, providing spectacular views of the area.
Length:
3.6-5 miles one-way (depending on route)
Elevation:
4700 feet elevation gain
Difficulty:
Avalanches in winter, bears in summer
Starting Point:
The main trailhead is 1.25 miles from downtown at the 500' contour of Mt. Ripinsky. Go uphill on 2nd Ave. to Young Road to the parking area at the end. Trail starts just prior to Old Pipeline Road at a gate. The "Seven Mile Saddle" trailhead provides access at a boardwalk 200 yards from 7 mile milepost. It is three miles from the ferry terminal and three miles from the airport.
![70-Year old hiker [Paul Swift] takes in the view from 3000' on Mt. Ripinsky](Ripinski.jpg)
70-Year old hiker [Paul Swift] takes in the view from 3000' on Mt.
Ripinsky in Haines
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