The Top 7 Hiking Tours in Juneau

One of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of the Juneau region is to hike in it. Explore glaciers, temperate rainforest, and scenic lakes on foot, immersing yourself in the magic of this unique area. Although you don’t need to be an Olympian to take part in a Juneau hiking tour, a decent level of fitness will help you make the most of your beautiful on-foot adventure. 

The Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour is hard to beat for a combination canoe and hiking trip. From launching the canoe and paddling across the shimmering blue waters of Mendenhall Lake to the special moment you come face to face with the epic Mendenhall Glacier, this is a day you’ll never forget. Take in one of Alaska’s most picturesque regions, plus the mighty Mendenhall - a glacier that looks different every day!  

Another high-octane option is the Helicopter Glacier Trek. Take a thrilling helicopter flight over the Juneau Icefield, a 1,500-square-mile area that’s simply breathtaking when viewed from the air. Touch down directly on the Mendenhall Glacier and enjoy a 2-hour hike across the rugged frozen terrain, seeing glacial elements like deep ice cracks, or crevasses, and moulins, which are narrow shafts that carry water into the glacier from the surface. Seeing the glaciers from above, and exploring one on foot is a magical combination that is physically challenging but thoroughly rewarding.  

Whether you want to focus on hiking, or you’d like to combine a walking adventure with another activity, we’re sure to have an excursion to suit you. Take a look at all our Juneau hiking tours below.