Juneau Icefield
The fifth-largest icefield in North America. Take a helicopter onto the glacier, then enjoy walking on the ice and dog-sled rides in summer.
The Juneau Icefield covers about 3,700 square km and feeds dozens of glaciers, including Mendenhall and Taku. Most visitors book a helicopter glacier landing tour, flying over icefalls and crevasses before landing on the ice for about 20 to 60 minutes. Advanced itineraries include glacier hiking and ice climbing, as well as riding a sled pulled by huskies at an icefield sled camp. Prices range from about $400 to $800. Weather has a major effect and cancellations are common, so it's best to schedule this early in your trip.
Opening hours
May–Sep, weather permitting
Nearby sights
- Nugget Falls
- Mendenhall Glacier
- Alaskan Brewing Company
- Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure
- Auke Bay Whale Watching
- Macaulay Salmon Hatchery
- Mount Juneau Trail
- Herbert Glacier Trail