Moose Pass

Moose Pass is a small settlement in the Kenai Peninsula Borough at an elevation of about 144 meters (472 feet), set in a sparsely populated area. Nearby Trail Lake defines the landscape and provides water access for the surrounding area.

The settlement grew in the early 1900s with the construction of the Alaska Railroad, which crossed through the mountain pass. The railway brought the first permanent residents to this remote part of the peninsula.

The place takes its name from the moose that historically traveled through this mountain pass and shaped the lives of early settlers. Visitors today still notice this connection reflected in local identity and the stories shared by residents.

Access comes via the Seward Highway, which connects the area to nearby communities. The region is easier to visit during warmer months when road conditions and weather are more favorable.

Nearby Trail Lake was long a key stopping point for hikers and gold seekers traveling through the pass. Today visitors can fish and paddle at the same shores where countless travelers rested decades ago.

Location: Kenai Peninsula Borough

Elevation above the sea: 144 m

GPS coordinates: 60.48780,-149.37100

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41