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Southcentral Alaska > North Anchorage > Knik River > Hunter Creek > Lower Hunter Creek

Split Finish

Rating:  WI3
Length:  150 meters

Lat: 61° 25.003' N
Long: 148° 49.004' W

WARNING: Hunter Creek lies in or adjacent to private property areas.  It is uncertain if any access issues exist for this area.  Check with the local climbing groups within the community to determine the current access issues for this area.  Also, vandalism and theft have been high at times in this secluded area.  DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES IN YOUR VEHICLE UNATTENDED. 

Approach: After a 40-50 minute hike, one will come to the fourth main climb in Hunter Creek.  This climb is located on the left just shy of Lost Chord.

Route: This route is somewhat steep and provides a varied terrain.  Climb through a somewhat steep ridge to gain access to moderate ice.  Two choices exist at the finish depending on what kind of challenge you are looking for.

Anchor: Alder bushes are available for setting up anchors at the finish.  V-thread may be necessary on the rappel.

 

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above: Split Finish

photo: Chris Lindsey

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