Trips to Mount Juneau Trail
Getting there
Mount Juneau Trail
The trail starts near Ebner Falls, so you reach it on foot or by taxi.
Mount Juneau Trail
A steep trail above Juneau that climbs to the 3,576-foot summit of Mount Juneau and runs on along the ridge. Most hikers use it as a full-day outing with views over town.
About the Mount Juneau Trail
Mount Juneau rises behind the town, and its trail climbs from near Ebner Falls to the summit at 3,576 feet. The route is a steep, serious hike that many people treat as a planned outing rather than a casual walk.
A visit means setting out early and keeping an eye on the time. The full round trip is about 12 miles and takes around 10 hours, and the route carries on along the ridge past the summit. Wildlife is common here, and the trail suits hikers with experience.
- 3,576 feet Mount Juneau summit
- 12 miles Full round trip
- 3 miles Short out-and-back
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Trips that go to Mount Juneau Trail
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Getting there, cost and time
The trail starts near Ebner Falls, so you reach it on foot or by taxi.
Hiking here is done on your own, with your own gear and food.
About 10 hours for the full 12-mile round trip.
Good to know
- Hike with a buddy and be bear aware; some backcountry areas have no cell service.
- The ridge loop is an expedition that needs planning and proper dress.
- The short out-and-back is 3 miles round trip, a lighter option than the full ridge route.
- Wildlife sightings are common along the trail.
Near the Mount Juneau Trail
Perseverance Trail
Perseverance Trail is the most popular and easily reached trail system in Juneau. It climbs from the end of Basin Road into the Gold Creek valley behind downtown, past old mine ruins.
Downtown Juneau
Downtown Juneau is the old waterfront core of Alaska's capital, a compact grid of historic buildings, museums and an arts center. Most of what you want to see here is a short walk from the cruise docks.
Mount Roberts Trail
Mount Roberts is a 3,819 foot peak just east of downtown Juneau. Its trail starts at a trailhead on Basin Road and climbs steeply to the Mountain House and the summit.
East Glacier Loop Trail
East Glacier Loop Trail is a moderate forest hike above the east side of Mendenhall Lake. You get good glacier views and a chance at black bear sightings.
Sailings that stop in Juneau
2,816 sailings on 18 cruise lines call here in the next twelve months. Totals are for two guests, taxes included.
Carnival Legend
Koningsdam
Norwegian Jade
Sources: Juneau Hiking Trails · Outdoor Activities Guide · Auke Lake, Wikipedia · Mount Roberts (Juneau, Alaska), Wikipedia · Juneau, Wikivoyage
Photo: Forest Service Alaska Region, USDA, Public domain