The Gilahina Trestle
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
In the middle of the Alaskan wilderness, lies a train trestle to nowhere.

šŸ“œ The Copper River and Northwestern Railway completed the Gilahina Trestle in 1911.
It was built in eight days to transfer mined copper from Kennecott, Alaska to Cordova.
Today, this 880-foot long, 90-foot high wooden trestle stands abandoned over the Gilahina River.

Why Go

šŸš‚ Historic railway marvel
šŸžļø Located in Wrangell - St Elias National Park
šŸš¶ Hiking trail nearby
šŸ“ø Scenic views

Why Avoid

āš ļø Dirt road with potholes, gets muddy
šŸ» Bear country, practice safety
šŸš« Trestle in disrepair, do not climb

Tips

Practice bear safety.
Hiking trail 1/2 mile down river.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Gravel pullout available.

šŸš» Toilets

Vault toilets, accessible, seasonal.

ā„¹ļø Information

Historical and interpretive exhibits.

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