Ermine Hill Trailhead (Kesugi)

The feel

Ermine Hill is a free trailhead with backcountry ridge camping, partway along Kesugi Ridge in Denali State Park. Curry and Kesugi Ridges form a 35 mile long north-south alpine ridge, the backbone of the park's eastern half, and the park's trail system is split into North and South sections. Sites are dispersed and first come, first served, and you pack everything in and out.

What to expect

Layout and setting

Dispersed backcountry ridge camping at a trailhead partway along Kesugi Ridge.

Fees and reservations

Free. First come, first served.

Bathrooms and water

No facilities. Pack it in and out.

Season and access

June through September.

Mingo says

Go between June and September, the season for this trailhead. Carry in everything you need for the ridge.

Before you go

• Download the Kesugi North or South trail map before you start.
• Call the DNR Public Information Center at (907) 269-8400 for park information.
• Plan on a first come, first served site: there is no booking.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.