Bird Ridge Race
Full route of the Robert Spurr Memorial Hill Climb organized by Alaska Mountain Runners.
Trail Running Difficult
- Distance
- 4 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 3 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 33 m
- High Point
- 1.1 km
- Gradient
- 21˚
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features low exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 33 m to the maximum altitude of 1.1 km, the route covers 4 km, 1025 vertical metres of ascent and 3 vertical metres of descent.
Description
A prominent ridge line between the Indian and Bird Valleys, Bird Ridge is a classic mountain run in Southcentral Alaska.
While the race is in June, people ascend Bird Ridge year round.
Difficulty
Difficult
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.