Bartlett River Trail
A trail through rainforest to the tidal zone at the mouth of the Bartlett River, where you can watch salmon runs, otters and bears.
The round-trip trail is about 6.4 km and takes 2–3 hours. It starts from the roadside trailhead at Bartlett Cove, passes tidal meadows and spruce forest, and reaches an observation point at the river mouth. In late summer, when salmon return upstream, black bears, brown bears and seals often forage here, and there are many birds too. Carry bear spray and talk loudly, as the path can be muddy after rain.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Xunaa Shuká Hít (Huna Tribal House)
- Bartlett Cove
- Forest Loop Trail
- Gustavus Beach & Dock
- Point Adolphus Whale Watching (Icy Strait)
- South Marble Island
- Muir Inlet (East Arm) & McBride Glacier
- Reid Glacier