Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau
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Is Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau worth booking?
Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau is a 6-hour experience in Juneau, United States, from $225 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 130 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (130)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $225 per person
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 w
What you get
About this experience
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 savor 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.
What's included
Included
- Backpack, rain jacket and pants -- please advise supplier of rain gear sizing
- Roundtrip transportation from designated meeting point
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Hearty snack/bottled water
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Mendenhall Glacier
located just 12 miles from downtown Juneau, Alaska. It is the only glacier in Southeast Alaska accessible by road. Famous for its brilliant blue ice and calving icebergs, it is a prime destination for hiking, wildlife viewing, and ice cave exploration.
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Tongass National Forest
The Tongass National Forest in Southeast Alaska is the largest U.S. National Forest at 16.7 million acres, an expanse larger than 10 U.S. states and 75 U.N. member nations. Most of its area is temperate rain forest and is remote enough to be home to many species of endangered and rare flora and fauna.
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West Glacier Trailhead
The West Glacier Trail, located near Juneau, Alaska, offers a unique opportunity to experience the beauty and power of the Mendenhall Glacier. This trail follows the western side of Mendenhall Lake, leading hikers towards the glacier as it descends from the mountains.
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Juneau
The “C” Sign, located near the cruise ship docks directly between Mt. Roberts Tramway and the green Taku Smokeries building, is our centralized downtown meeting location for all clients in the downtown area, including the majority of cruise ship passengers.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The “C” Sign, located near the cruise ship docks directly between Mt. Roberts Tramway and the green Taku Smokeries building, is our centralized downtown meeting location for all clients in the downtown area, including the majority of cruise ship passengers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Above and Beyond Alaska
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Please note, this tour requires a minimum of 4 to operate. If minimum requirement is not met, reservation is subject to change or cancellation.
- Minimum age is 10 years. For families with children between 8-9, we can customize a private trip.
- All clients must be in good enough shape, conditioned and capable of hiking up to 4 hours, covering about 7 miles roundtrip.
- 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 dependent on the group's pace and weather conditions.
- With group departures we try to maximize 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.
- A rescue fee of $250 per client will be charged for any rescue based on the client’s inability to complete the trek due to undisclosed medical conditions/limitations or an insufficient level of physical fitness that significantly inhibits the group’s pace.
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 129 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Physical effort
9 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Photo opportunities
6 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
129 verified traveler reviews for Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Incredible views, a great guide, and an unforgettable hike!
We had an amazingly beautiful hike, and an amazingly knowledgeable and kind guide! Transportation to and from the hike was on time and comfortable, and the trip was incredibly scenic.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a beautiful and memorable hiking experience. We hope to welcome you back to Alaska for another adventure in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Had a fantastic time...
Had a fantastic time hiking with Reina in a small group of 8 on the 23 June. She is very personable and managed to make everyone feel very welcomed while keeping us safe, sharing her knowledge and making sure no one gets left behind. Great humour and wonderful group altogether. It was great to get away from the busy tourist towns to experience this. There are some rock scrambling towards the end but Reina gave great instructions and made it an easier experience. Loved the encouraging high fives she gives at the end of a climb. The bonus was having a group that hiked quickly that we get to spend 30 mins at the peninsula before hiking back.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic hiking experience with Reina and enjoyed exploring beyond the busy tourist areas. We appreciate you highlighting the small-group experience and the extra time to take in the incredible scenery. We hope to welcome you back to Alaska for another adventure someday!
via Viator
Beautiful view of the...
Beautiful view of the glacier, hike can be challenging at certain parts. Enjoyed our guide Heather!!!!! She was very informative and made the trip
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the incredible glacier views and had a memorable adventure. The hike can definitely be challenging at times, and we're thrilled to hear your guide made the experience informative and enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back to Alaska for another adventure someday!
via Viator
Mendenhall Glacier Hike
This was a great, challenging hike with views that made it worth the effort. Julia was a fantastic guide and was super helpful.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed the hike and found the incredible views worth the challenge. It's great to hear that your guide made your experience even better. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on another Alaska adventure!
via Viator
A Beautiful Hike!
Enjoyed a great hike to Mendenhall Glacier, Katie and Reyna were our guides and they were the most positive, happy and helpful guides ever! It was really beautiful and not a hard 6 mile (total) hike. The four of us are in our 60's and it was completely fine, if you're in decent shape. Would highly recommend it. Did not walk on the glacier (this part was a bit confusing to us), but decided we were actually good with that.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your hike to Mendenhall Glacier and had such a positive experience with Katie and Reyna—they’ll be happy to hear your kind words. We also appreciate you sharing your perspective on the hike difficulty and the glacier access, as that’s very helpful for future guests. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to see you again!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 46
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 77
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Juneau.
How much does Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau cost?
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Prices start at $225 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 Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 130 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Juneau, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau?
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Around 46 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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike Juneau 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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