Emerald Cove Trail — Attraction in Whittier

This is an incredible trail to see Whittier! The waterfall and cove at the end was a blast! However, if your coming onto this trail in your nice hiking books… forget about it. My family called this trail the Xtratuf trail because it is impossible to not get your feet covered in mud at least at some point but it’s definitely worth it when you get to the end. Also if you’re bringing young kids will definitely need some endurance and good attitudes to get through the mud👍

All in all I was very impressed with how well the trail was maintained with steps and various boards all throughout and most of all I was impressed by the gorgeous scenery all throughout but...

Emerald cove trail is located in Whittier Alaska. Is about an hour outside of Anchorage, not counting the trip through the tunnel ( add an additional 15 to 25 minutes for that). There's a tunnel fee. Once inside Whittier make a right up the hill and into town. You'll find emerald cove trail. I did not take the hike but it looks enchanting from where I was which was the parking lot entrance. It is a beautiful little stash away place cozied up next to the back neighborhoods of Whittier. Camping barbecuing trail hiking swimming. I just happened to take a couple pictures while I was there and will submit with...

Very muddy, not good if you are just visiting. There trail is very long as well. There are lots of berries on the trail. We saw locals come here with buckets to pick berries.

There is a small water fall before you reach the first cove. The view is good, but there are many great trails with better views in Alaska. Not worth the effort and getting muddy over.

Due to the mud, wouldn't recommend it if you have small children. Because of the mud, the trail is very slippery at most places which makes it...