Official Ice Ridge Trail

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Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle

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Distance: 14.84 mi
Elevation gain: 1,322 ft
Technical difficulty: Experts only
Elevation loss: 1,686 ft
Max elevation: 1,188 ft
TrailRank: 34
Min elevation: 249 ft
Trail type: One Way

Coordinates: 1209
Uploaded: March 5, 2024
Recorded: March 2024

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near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)

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Itinerary description

A 2-day trail from Russell Glacier to Kangerlussuaq along the ridgeline above the Ice Road.

Hiking along the ridge is far more challenging than walking along the road and has several steep climbs and descents. Although it is marked along its entire length with red half-sun paint on rocks (similar to the Arctic Circle Trail), these are at the level of “confidence markers” rather than “navigation markers”. You may not be able to spot the next one from the one you are at, but the route should be obvious – usually continuing to follow the tread or the exposed ridge you are on.

We recommend this route only for hikers that are experienced in navigating in the wilderness and have basic first aid skills. All hikers should carry a map and/or GPS device, as well as a personal locator beacon in case of emergency.

https://hiking.gl/multi-day-hikes/ice-ridge-trail/

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Russell Glacier

One of the key highlights of the Kangerlussuaq area, the Russell Glacier is a rare, land-terminating glacier. You can get quite close to its 60m high face, but DO NOT go down onto the rocks. An iceberg can carve at any time and may hit you or cause a tsunami that may wash you away.