A variation on the traditional Goat Trail route that stays in the high country all the way to the end at Wolverine. Challenges are similar the Goat Trail although this variation avoids the sometimes difficult crossing of Toby Creek. One section of the route includes traversing on steep scree slopes. There is a path across the slopes but it is thin and not maintained. Some may find the exposure to be more than they care to take on.

Even detailed route descriptions such as those found in the book are not a substitute for skills and experience. If you would like to do this route but don't feel that you are ready to tackle the Alaskan wilderness on your own, consider a guided trek.

If you are interested in doing this route as part of a guided trek, click here for more information on the Skolai Pass to Wolverine trek in Alaska's Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.