What it's like
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 hike here means setting out early. 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.
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.
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.

Tours that go here
Prices are per person, booked with our partner, Shore Excursions Group.
Mendenhall Glacier
A massive glacier calving into its own lake, and Juneau's most popular attraction. Most visitors look at the face from the visitor center, then walk the trails to Nugget Falls.
Nugget Falls
Nugget Falls is a 377-foot waterfall that drops into Mendenhall Lake, reached on a short, flat trail from the Mendenhall Glacier area. It is one of the most popular walks in Juneau.
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.
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.
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