The following are a few suggestions for possible backpacking trips in the central Brooks Range. This is by no means a complete list of the options available. Prices are approximations and will vary depending on group size, total weight, and destinations. Please give us a call with your questions. ============================ Alatna Headwaters ============================ The Alatna Headwaters is an excellent drop off point for backpacking. Along a major caribou migration route, an excellent opportunity for wildlife viewing exists. Trips from the headwaters into the Noatak, Killik, and Nigu drainage’s are possible. ============================== Circle Lake Arrigetch Hike ============================== Circle Lake is the drop off point for hiking into the spectacular Arrigetch Peaks, the most incredible group of mountains in Alaska. Alternate pick up point is at Takahula Lake. =============================== Chimney Lake =============================== Named by Robert Marshall, this area near the North fork of the Koyukuk River offers some beautiful scenery. Hiking to the actual Gates of the Arctic is possible. Alternate pick up point Summit Lake. =============================== Tulilik Lake =============================== Located at the confluence of the Killik River and Easter Creek, This lake offers an excellent area to view wildlife. Alpine setting. Alternate pick up points, several. =============================== Pingo Lake =============================== Located near the headwaters of the Noatak River, this area offers superb hiking and wildlife viewing. Alternate pick up points are many. =============================== Karupa Lake =============================== This rarely visited lake on the northern boundary of the Gates of the Arctic National Park offers excellent hiking, wildlife viewing, fishing, and solitude. Alternate pick up points, several. =============================== Oolah Lake =============================== Located on the Northern Slopes of the Brooks Range in the Itkillik drainage, this area offers spectacular scenery. Numerous alternate pick up points. There is a cabin at the lake available for rent. Call for prices. =============================== Folly Lake =============================== This high elevation Lake located in the central portion near the continental divide, this alpine lake offer spectacular scenery. There are numerous alternate pick up points. =============================== Prices may vary depending on group size and total weight. ===============================

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