On the trail

On the trail

So you’ve decided to trek the Arctic Circle Trail and that it is the right level of challenge for you. What can you expect to encounter on the trail?

This section is not designed to give a stage-by-stage account of the trail. That can be found in Paddy Dillon’s book Trekking in Greenland – Arctic Circle Trail or online at the Arctic Circle Trail guide.

This section provides more general information on what you will encounter on your ACT adventure.

  • Leave no trace

    The 7 Leave No Trace guidelines as they apply to those wishing to hike the Arctic Circle Trail

  • The canoes

    Description of the public canoes on the Arctic Circle Trail, including instructions for use and safety

  • Fishing

    Information about fishing along the Arctic Circle Trail and how to obtain a fishing license

  • Wildlife

    Summary of the different types of wildlife you may spot along the Arctic Circle Trail

  • Plants and flora

    Summary of the most common, useful plants along the Arctic Circle Trail and how to use them

  • Trail options

    Extend your hike along the Arctic Circle Trail with these trail additions in Kangerlussuaq and Sisimiut

  • ACT hut toilets

    ACT hut toilets A few of the huts along the original route for the Arctic Circle Trail have a dry toilet available. If you plan to use them, please help […]

  • ACT garbage disposal

    ACT garbage disposal We follow the 7 leave no trace principles on the Arctic Circle Trail. One of the most important is: This includes: If you can’t bear the weight […]