A Coastal Mountainside Hike all in One
Hiking Shoup Bay Trail
Shoup Bay Trail is a weather dependent trail. In dry conditions it's a great trail to hike out along Port Valdez. If it has been raining the trail can be quite muddy and slick with some flooding about 3/4 miles in on the trail. The trail hugs the base of the mountains with mild elevation gains, and then slopes down when approaching Gold Creek. Gold Creek is a popular turn around location for those doing Shoup Bay as a day hike. Gold Creek offers a nice place to cool off in clear water and offers shade and good berry picking opportunities.
