It's fun to imagine mushers and miners of the past using this very same trail--part of the historic Iditarod Trail--while hiking from the Eagle River Nature Center to Echo Bend. The bend is a natural stopping point beside Eagle River with amazing mountain views up the valley and across the water that flows throughout winter. You'll pass cut-offs to a rental cabin and three rental yurts along the way. These popular shelters feel miles away from civilization.
Distance one way: 3 miles
Distance one way: 3 miles