Mount Verstovia Trail
1.7 mi
Distance
27 min
Time
terrain
2,434 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a steep forested climb up to the ridge on the west shoulder of Verstovia. There are a couple of nice viewpoints with benches in the forest openings. The maintained trail ends at Picnic Rock.
The route to the upper peak of Verstovia, locally known as Arrowhead, is unmaintained and the upper section is very rough and exposed. The last part of the climb ascends a steep scree gully with loose rocks; only for the sure-footed climber.
Getting Started
There is a very small trailhead off Sawmill Creek Road, with only enough spots for 3 cars. Walk, bike, or carpool if possible.
Taking Children
This is a sustained steep climb with big steps, required handholds, and rough terrain. Not a great hike for young kids.
Rate this Hike
★★★★★
Public Tracks
Untitled Route
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</td><td>Unknown</td></tr><tr><td>Administrative Organization</td><td>Forest Service</td></tr><tr><td>Managing Organization</td><td>Forest Service</td></tr><tr><td>ISLAND</td><td>Baranof</td></tr><tr><td>Shared System</td><td>Null</td></tr><tr><td>Road System</td><td>Null</td></tr><tr><td>State</td><td>AK</td></tr><tr><td>Edit Date</td><td>7/2/2021</td></tr><tr><td>Agency Data Source</td><td>Forest Service</td></tr><tr><td>YYYYMMDD Imported</td><td>20191010</td></tr><tr><td>Notes</td><td>Null</td></tr><tr><td>Geometry ID</td><td>11</td></tr><tr><td>Shape__Length</td><td>8605.579505</td></tr><tr><td>Trail Type</td><td>Standard Terra Trail</td></tr><tr><td>National Trail Designation</td><td>Null</td></tr><tr><td>XY Accuracy</td><td>Null</td></tr></table></body></html>
Track (9/24/18, 12:17:31PM) mt verstovia trail
Fun steep hike with well maintained trails
