Take a hike!

Stunning scenery awaits you.

 

Departing conveniently from downtown docks, our excursions offer seamless transportation to historic trails where adventure awaits. Equipped with a rental pair of high-quality Vortex Binoculars, you’ll be immersed in the awe-inspiring views of Juneau.

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Nugget Falls may be small but don’t let size fool you; there’s plenty of fun activities year round. Whether it’s fishing or hiking during summer months or skiing and snowmobiling in wintertime whatever your preference is, Now let’s explore your transportation options for getting to Nugget Falls ,

Alaskan Binoculars transportation is offered within Nugget Falls with bus running regularly between AJ Dock and Glacier with bus tickets cost ($15) per ride but discount may be available;

Mendenhall Glacier visitor center in Tongass national forest

Mendenhall Glacier

Mendenhall Glacier is an iconic glacier in Juneau, Alaska.It is one of the many large glaciers that flow from the “1500 square mile expanse of rock, snow and ice known as the Juneau Icefield and it Located just 12 miles from downtown Juneau, which translates to a 20 or 30 minute drive.

While the Mendenhall Glacier is accessible all year, the best time to visit is May through October. And visitors should wear Raingear, hats, gloves and sturdy shoes or hiking boots are strongly recommended. Juneau’s weather is fairly mild.
Juneau Alaska mountain overlook with water below

Nugget Falls

The Nugget Falls Trail is 0.8 miles long. It begins half way down Photo Point Trail and ends at Nugget Falls, skirting the flats at the edge of Mendenhall Lake. It is a low gradient trail that was completed in 2010. The new construction realigned the trail so the tread is above high water on the lake.And it’s 2.0-mile out-and-back trail near Auke Bay, Alaska.
 
Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 42 min to complete.
Black bears are seen occasionally in the area. Keep food secure so bears don’t get the idea they can come to the campground for meals.
Imagine being surrounded by snow-capped mountains on one side, crystal clear lakes on another, and lush forests everywhere else. That’s exactly what it feels like when you arrive in Nugget Falls!

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