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Juneau Shore Excursion: Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike

By Above and Beyond Alaska
9.8 out of 10
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Overview

Experience the Mendenhall Glacier Guide Hike, a thrilling 6-7 mile adventure! Your journey begins with a 3-mile trek through the Tongass National Forest, the world's largest temperate rainforest. Your experienced guide will lead you through this wilderness, winding past beaver ponds and scrambling up exposed glacial terrain, where the trail fades into the wild.

Upon emerging from the forest and reaching the final ridge, you'll be greeted by the breathtaking view of the Mendenhall Glacier's jagged facade and its ice river. Here, we savour panoramic views of the glacier, indulge in hearty snacks, and capture awe-inspiring photos. Gaze upon the glacier's deep blue crevasses, cascading icefall, surrounding mountains and Nugget Falls.

This hiking tour is not for the faint of heart; it demands exceptional balance and sure-footedness. The trail includes 800 feet of elevation gain, through rocky, uneven, and slippery terrain. It's a memorable journey that promises unforgettable views.

Activity location

  • Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway
    • 490 S Franklin St
    • 99801-1328, Juneau, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 490 S Franklin St
    • 490 South Franklin Street
    • 99801, Juneau, Alaska, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hearty snack
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Forest Service Permits
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Backpack, rain jacket and pants -- please advise supplier of sizing
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 10 years. For families with children between 8-9, we can customise a private trip.
  • Please note, this tour requires a minimum of 4 to operate. If minimum requirement is not met, reservation is subject to change or cancellation.
  • All clients must be in good enough shape, conditioned and capable of hiking up to 4 hours, covering about 7 miles return
  • Clients need to wear sturdy hiking boots that provide good ankle support while hiking on uneven, rocky terrain . All clients will need to hike with a backpack the entire way on this trip.
  • Due to the inherent risks involved, we do not permit pregnant guests to participant.
  • This tour does not include trekking on the glacier or exploring around the glacier's edge, but will get groups to the glacier view vista.
  • A specific amount of time spent at the glacier viewing area cannot be guaranteed. The amount time is dependant on the group's pace and weather conditions.
  • With group departures we try to maximise our trip capacity and subsequently may need to alter the time to accommodate additional customers. If your trip's departure time changes we will notify you as soon as possible.
  • Clients must disclose information regarding pertinent medical conditions/history, allergies and any type of restriction or limitation that might introduce a higher degree of challenge on this trip.
  • RELEASE OF LIABILITY/ASSUMPTION OF RISK FORM: Every participant on the trip must sign a Release of Liability/Assumption of Risk form at the start of the trip. Alterations and/or deletions to the waiver are not permitted.
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway
  • 45m
Pick up at "C" Sign at the base of the Mount Roberts Tramway and van transport to main office for gear orientation and outfitting. Once outfitting is complete, guests will be transported to the West Glacier Trailhead.
West Glacier Trailhead
  • 2h
Hiking to the glacier begins with 3.5 miles through towering Sitka spruce and hemlock in the largest temperate rainforest in the world.
Mendenhall Glacier
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Viewpoint, photography and snacks: enjoy the panoramic views of the Mendenhall Glacier!
West Glacier Trailhead
  • 2h
Return 3.5 mile hike back through the Tongass National Forest.
Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway
  • 45m
Drop off back city centre. Thanks for joining!

Location

Activity location

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    Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway
    • 490 S Franklin St
    • 99801-1328, Juneau, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    490 S Franklin St
    • 490 South Franklin Street
    • 99801, Juneau, Alaska, United States

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