A walk to the Base of Mt. Eyak Ski Hill in Cordova.

Located above a grid of occasionally dead-ending and non-continuous streets, it can be more tricky to find the Mt. Eyak trailhead then simply "heading up". From Cordova Gear at  104 West Davis Ave., turn right onto main street and head downhill into the middle of town. Stop by Nichols Front Door Store on the left to grab any last minute snacks and hydration for the walk. Though not a long distance, the rest of the walk is up and up, and can raise your heart rate quickly. Continue on until you come to Browning Ave. Turn left and start the climb.
At the first intersection with Second Street you will see the historic Forest Service building across from you on the right. This is a great place to stop for information concerning the trails and flora and fauna surrounding Cordova. Alternatively the Kayak Cafe is located across the street to the left where you can find a variety of locally made food and beverages. Continue up Browning past the decommissioned historic elementary school until you reach the intersection with 4th St. Turn left at the Nettie Hanson Memorial Park, or stop and let the kids play in the green space. At the apex of 4th St. you will reach Council Ave. making a steep climb on your right. At the top of the hill you will need to turn once again to your left at the intersection with Orca Ave. Follow the winding road the rest of the way to the trailhead parking lot, past the community water tower on the right, until you reach the base of the ski hill and the ski lift. The view continues to open up the further you climb up the trail. No matter the season it is always a great place to enjoy the calmness above the busy town.