Mendenhall Glacier is 13 miles from downtown Juneau at the end of Mendenhall Glacier Spur Rd. The glacier is 12 miles long and up to 1.5 miles wide.

There is a visitors center and trails to the edge of the lake, plus longer trails. Programs and guided hikes with USFS interpreters are offered in the summer.

There is also a salmon viewing area and trail. The renovated visitors center has a model of the glacier and displays on glacial processes, plus a small theatre.

Location: Mendenhall Glacier Spur Rd, Juneau Alaska 99801 Telephone 907-789-0097

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