McHugh Creek, Chugach State Park

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: State Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: McHugh Lake Trail Trail follows switchbacks through Cottonwoods and Aspen until tree line, where alders
and grasses are encountered. Alpine dominates in the upper valley, where views open up. Trail follows
the north side of McHugh Creek until it reaches Rabbit Lake.Hiking, walking, running. No biking allowed on McHugh Lake Trail.

GETTING THERE:

Parking

kParking Instructions: Access from McHugh Creek parking lot at 111 Sweard Highway on the north side. two large parking lots.

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Restrooms, Seating

Trash Cans: Yes

TRAIL DESCRIPTION:

Trail Surface: Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Running/Jogging

Trail Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)

Trail Length: 5 to 10 miles

Trail Shade: Some

Trail Surface Type: Sand/Dirt

Trail Slope: Moderate

Trail Width: 2-4 ft

OTHER:

Natural Water Feature: Creek/Stream