How long is Harding Icefield Trail (Kenai Fjords)?

8.2 miles, out & back, with about 3,500 feet of elevation gain — roughly 4 hr 29 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Harding Icefield Trail (Kenai Fjords)?

It's rated Expert. climbs alongside Exit Glacier to a vast icefield

Where is Harding Icefield Trail (Kenai Fjords)?

Harding Icefield Trail (Kenai Fjords) is in Alaska. climbs alongside Exit Glacier to a vast icefield

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Harding Icefield Trail (Kenai Fjords)

Alaska

Distance8.2 mi

Est. time~4 hr 29 min

Elevation gain↗ 3,500 ft

RouteOut & back

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Harding Icefield Trail (Kenai Fjords) is a expert 8.2-mile out & back hike in Alaska with about 3,500 ft of elevation gain. climbs alongside Exit Glacier to a vast icefield.

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