Are dogs allowed on Deer Mountain Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Deer Mountain Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Deer Mountain Trail?

No, Deer Mountain Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Deer Mountain Trail?

Deer Mountain Trail is rated expert. It is 6.7 miles long with 4,183 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ExpertOut and Back

Alaska

Deer Mountain Trail

Ketchikan, Alaska

6.7 mi

Distance

4,183 ft

Elev. Gain

3h 38m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The trail is made of gravel sections, wooden bridges and natural rock. It starts in a muskeg with a boardwalk and climbs through heavy timber into lighter timber. The trail is nice after a dry day. The greatest safety challenge is loose rocks. It is possible to get blow down from the winter storms early in the climbing season. It is important to stay on the trail as there are many steep areas which have been the demise of hikers in the past.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:104 ft

Max:896 ft

1,275 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.