Crow Pass Crossing

Crow Pass Crossing

Crow Pass Crossing is an Alaskan backcountry marathon held along a point-to-point trail between the Girdwood area and the Eagle River Nature Center. The course measures about 23 miles and follows a trail that hikers often take over two or more days.

The route crosses diverse terrain, including exposed mountain and glacier views, sloping snowfields, chest-high brush, many rocks and roots, and a crossing of the frigid, fast-moving Eagle River. Wildlife sightings such as bears, moose and bees are possible. There are no course markers or aid stations on the course, and the trail is described as highly technical in sections.

Historically started in 1984 and later shortened to its current length, the event has recorded fastest finish times under three hours, while finishing in under six hours is considered notable. Since 2018 the event has been organized as a fundraiser by the Anchorage nonprofit Healthy Futures, the signature program of the Alaska Sports Hall of Fame. The race depends on volunteers, sponsors and timing support and publishes race results and archived statistics after each edition.

Registration for the 41st running opens on May 1, 2026. The event information and past results are documented for reference. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.