Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek in Juneau
Juneau, United States

Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek

Outty Ranking 365.5 hoursFrom $1449

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Is Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek worth booking?

Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek is a 5.5-hour experience in Juneau, United States, from $1449 per person. It scores 36 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
36 / 100
Rating
Not yet rated
Duration
5.5 hours
From
$1449 per person

We pioneered Waterfall Creek as one of the premier bear viewing locations in Southeast Alaska more than two decades ago. Our local expert guides continue that tradition with excellent service and a fantastic experience.

What you get

    About this experience

    We pioneered Waterfall Creek as one of the premier bear viewing locations in Southeast Alaska more than two decades ago. Our local expert guides continue that tradition with excellent service and a fantastic experience. If you are looking for an activity where you can bring kids as young as 6 then a Private Waterfall Creek Tour is perfect for your family.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Bottled water
    • Rain Gear, Binoculars, Drybag, Wildlife Spotting Scope
    • Snacks
    • Certified Guide
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Not included

    • Tips for your Guide if they earned it, are not included. (Typically 5-10%)

    What you'll see and do

    1. Marvel at Wild Grizzly Bears fishing for salmon beneath a scenic waterfall, after a 25-minute scenic floatplane flight from Juneau. Enjoy learning from your local certified guide about the bears and the nature of SouthEast Alaska. Mid-July til the end of September is when the bears go to work. The bears focus at this point is on fishing. The primary viewing location is about 5 yds from the creek with the fish, the waterfall about 75yds upstream slows the fish down and creates good fishing for the bears. Viewing is typically at 20-75yds but lucky groups my get to see bears catch and eat a fish even closer. This is when we often see the most bears in view at a given moment and the only time of year to get a picture of a bear with a fish in its mouth. Bald eagles, ravens, kingfisher, gulls, mink, and very occasionally Sitka deer are sighted on our trips. Sometimes whales and sea lions are spotted from the plane.

      240 minutes here

    2. Tongass National Forest

      25-min each way Scenic Floatplane Flight over the Tongass on our way to Waterfall Creek

      50 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Juneau

    We share a building with Ward Air, park in any empty space that is not signed, and enter through the door under our company sign

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations.

    Ends at

    We share a building with Ward Air, park in any empty space that is not signed, and enter through the door under our company sign

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Bear Creek Outfitters

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Not for travelers with mobility impairments

    Photos

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    Good to know

    Duration
    5.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 36

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)82
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)68
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Juneau.

    How much does Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek cost?

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    Prices start at $1449 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Juneau usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek take?

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    Plan for about 5.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Juneau is not rushed.

    Is Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 36 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable family friendly in Juneau, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek?

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Juneau can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Juneau and add a light layer if any part of the 5.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Juneau within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Juneau?

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    Juneau runs Mendenhall Glacier trips, whale watching in Auke Bay, helicopter glacier landings with dog sledding, and rainforest hikes. Most tours are timed to cruise ship windows, so we weight clear duration and pickup detail. On Outty we rank every Juneau experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching, Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier, Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Juneau?

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    May to September, peaking for humpbacks in June and July. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Juneau?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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