Aalek Valley

A U-shaped valley formed by the glaciers of long ago, this valley begins where the forest thins, forming the only way to get into the den area. With steep sides, the valley is hard to go around and the lake is formed near the beginning of this valley. Some trees grow in the valley, mostly smaller conifers, and bushes. Animals reside during the night time in the valley due to the buffering effect it has from the cold winds.