Eureka Summit is the highest point on the Glenn Highway
Eureka Summit is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.016m (3,332ft) above sea level, located in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, in the U.S. state of Alaska.
Is Eureka Summit paved?
The road to the summit is totally paved. It’s called Glenn Highway (part of Alaska Route 1). The pass is the highest point of the road.
What’s on Eureka Summit?
The pass hosts a small lake, a bar-restaurant and a gas station.
How long is the road through Eureka Summit?
The road is 288km (179 miles) long, running from Anchorage to Glennallen. The drive takes travelers north of Anchorage and along historic pathways and natural wonders of Alaska. This summit receives several feet of snow each winter.