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Nugget Falls. One of the most interesting natural features near Juneau, this spectacular waterfall plunges about 377 feet down the rugged mountainside into Mendenhall Lake about three-quarter miles south of the active face of Mendenhall Glacier. Powered by meltwater runoff from hanging Nugget Glacier, the cataract makes its descent in two tiers ...
Hotels near Nugget Falls: (0.17 mi) Alaska's Capital Inn Bed and Breakfast (0.10 mi) Juneau Hostel (0.24 mi) Silverbow Inn (0.27 mi) Baranof Downtown, BW Signature Collection (0.32 mi) Four Points by Sheraton Juneau; View all hotels near Nugget Falls on Tripadvisor
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- Photo Point Trail, 99801, Alaska
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Nugget Falls is a 377ft waterfall located near the Mendenhall Glacierin Tongass National Forest. One tier of the falls is 99 feet and the other one is 278 feet, making for a pretty impressive waterfall. You can easily explore the falls by doing a 2 mile round trip hike on a mostly paved path that only has about 140 feet of elevation gain. Tip: Use ...
Nugget Falls is located on a 2 mile round-trip trail that is found at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitors Center. It’s about a 20 to 25 minute car ride from Downtown Juneau/the Cruise Ship Terminal Area. You can book a taxi to get over to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitors Center (~$35) from Downtown or you can arrange for shuttle transportation via a num...
Your journey to the falls will begin near the Mendenhall Glacier Visitors Center. You’ll see the visitor center perched on a hilltop and it’s impossible to miss whenever you arrive in the area. You should first see a sign directing you towards “Photo Point” which will be on the way to Nugget Falls. Follow that. If you need to use the bathroom befor...
It’s hard to deny the excitement of visiting a waterfall and Nugget Falls is no exception. It is one of the easier waterfalls to get access to it and you can get some magnificent views of the entire glacier area on the way to the falls making it even more attractive. If you’re visiting the Mendenhall Glacier, I would try to carve out an hour to an ...
Nugget Falls, also known as Nugget Creek Falls or Mendenhall Glacier Falls, is a waterfall downstream of the Nugget Glacier, at the base of Bullard Mountain, in the U.S. state of Alaska. Formed by the creek from the Nugget Glacier, the waterfall drops 377 feet (115 m) in two tiers of 99 feet (30 m) and 278 feet (85 m) onto a sandbar in ...
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Nugget Falls Trail. Experience this 2.0-mile out-and-back trail near Auke Bay, Alaska. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 42 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through September.
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- Auke Bay, Alaska, United States
You will have mountain views on the Nugget Falls Trail! 👆 Spot Nugget Falls! It’s the most popular waterfalls in Juneau! 👆 You’ll walk a tree-lined trail in Tongass National Forest to get to Nugget Falls! As of July 2023, it has become a little bit more difficult to do Nugget Falls from the cruise port, but it’s still possible.
Nov 20, 2023 · Nugget Falls, a breathtaking cascade of water nestled in the pristine wilderness of Alaska, is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and anyone looking to experience the raw beauty of the Last Frontier. Located near the capital city of Juneau, Nugget Falls is a mesmerizing testament to the power of nature.
