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The West Glacier Trail follows the west side of Mendenhall Glacier, skirting Mendenhall Lake and climbing toward bare rock beside the ice. It gives a close view of the glacier from the land side.

A visit means a 7-mile round trip that takes about 4 to 6 hours, with a lookout near the top. Walkers stay on the path, watch for slippery rocks, and keep away from crevasses. Guides often walk people out to the ice, and crampons are recommended for anyone who steps onto the glacier.

Good to know

Stay on the path, watch for slippery rocks, and keep well away from crevasses.
Hike with a buddy and be bear aware; some backcountry areas have no cell service.
Sign out when you leave the area.
Crampons are recommended for walking on the glacier.

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Trail

West Glacier Trail

Juneau, United States (Alaska)

The West Glacier Trail runs along the west side of Mendenhall Glacier, skirting Mendenhall Lake and climbing to bare rock above the ice. It is a strenuous hike, best done with a buddy and with care on the rocks.

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Kayaking and paddleboarding

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Museums

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Wildlife and birding

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Old town and historic sights

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Sightseeing and scenic rides

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Stingrays, turtles and dolphins

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Local culture and markets

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How to get there

The trail starts from the Mendenhall Glacier area.

Time needed

About 5 hours round trip.

What it costs

Suits

Strenuous hikers with a buddy

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Tours that go here

Prices are per person, booked with our partner, Shore Excursions Group.

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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.

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Waterfall

Nugget Falls

Juneau

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.

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Trail and summit

Mount Roberts Trail

Juneau

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.

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Trail

Perseverance Trail

Juneau

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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