Alaska’s abandoned mines are rich with history. Take this hike to an abandoned mine that’s also said to be haunted. It’s a long, strenuous hike, but the views, historic artifacts and haunting lore make this trek well worth your effort.

The Bonanza Mine Trail is located in the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve.
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It's just north of the Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark.
To find the trailhead, start from the Kennecott Mill Town and head up the Root Glacier Trail.
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About 1/2 mile down the trail, it splits. Take the right hand trail to get to the Bonanza Mine.
The Bonanza Mine Trail is about nine miles, round trip. It's a strenuous trail with a climb of 4,068 feet, and you'll want to plan on six to eight hours out and back.
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The views along the way are jaw-dropping.
The view at the end of the trail is spectacular, too.
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This trail is definitely picturesque. Along the way, you may see Dall sheep, bears and other wildlife.

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In the early 1900s, copper ore was found here, and this mine produced tons of rich copper for more than 20 years, until it closed in 1938.
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Today, you'll find scattered remnants of the mine along the hillside, spread out over a fairly large area.
You may explore the ruins, but take precautions.
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The structures are crumbling and aren't stable. The mine no longer has support systems in its tunnels and may collapse.
This place has an eerie quality, and some say that it's haunted.
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Some visitors report hearing disembodied voices on the wind, moans and laughter. Mining is dangerous work, and this mine was located on a steep slope, so it's not unrealistic to think that some miners may have come to an untimely end while working here.
If you visit, make sure to leave the mine and its artifacts alone.
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This mine is a fascinating piece of Alaska's history that should be preserved for everyone to enjoy.

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