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Ideal Cove

0.7 mi one way · 160 ft climb · 140 ft high point · Moderate

AK · U.S. Forest Service

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Elevation

160 ft of gain and 87 ft of descent.

Elevation along the trail from the start. Source: USGS 3DEP.

Map

The route at the trailhead. Drag with two fingers, or hold a key to zoom.

Trail data: USFS, NPS, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Elevation: USGS 3DEP via Mapzen terrain tiles. Nearby reading: Wikipedia. Download the trail and feature data.

At a glance

Length: 0.7 mi
Shape: One way
Gain: 160 ft
Descent: 87 ft
High point: 140 ft
Low point: 32 ft
Difficulty: Moderate
Managed by: U.S. Forest Service
State: AK
Trailhead: 56.6704° N · 132.6525° W

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Signal

Cell coverage here

No carrier reports signal at this spot.

FCC coverage data · signal varies in remote terrain

Weather

7-day forecast

Today57°50°Rain
Sun56°43°Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon53°39°Rain Showers
Tue53°39°Rain Showers
Wed52°38°Rain Showers
Thu53°37°Chance Rain Showers
Fri55°39°Chance Rain Showers

Today: Rain · wind 15 mph SE

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