McHugh Creek
(Point of Interest)
ANY
HI
YES
Difficulty: ⭐⭐
Scenery: ⭐⭐⭐
Region: Chugach State Park
When to Go: Year-Round
Parking: Large paved lot
Pass: Alaska State Parks Pass or $5 parking fee
Know Before You Go:
The McHugh Creek Trail provides great views of Turnagain Arm for the entire 8 mile hike on a clear day.
If you only have time for a quick stop here, park at the upper lot and walk to the creek.
Pay stations (credit card compatible) are in the parking lot; you can also skip the hassle to buy an annual Alaska State Parks Pass if you are in Alaska for an extended period of time.