Nugget Falls
A waterfall with a drop of about 115 meters beside Mendenhall Lake, and the most popular trail destination from the visitor center, with glaciers in full view.
Nugget Falls tumbles from the mountains into Mendenhall Lake in two tiers, for a combined drop of about 115 meters. From the visitor center, a flat gravel trail of about 1.3 kilometers leads to a sandbar at the foot of the falls, where you can feel the mist up close and capture a panoramic view of the glacier from the side. The trail takes about 20 to 30 minutes one way and is suitable for all ages. Crowds are heavy in summer, and black bears occasionally appear along the way, so keep your distance and never feed them.
Opening hours
Open all day (trail)
Nearby sights
- Mendenhall Glacier
- Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure
- Alaskan Brewing Company
- Macaulay Salmon Hatchery
- Auke Bay Whale Watching
- Eaglecrest Ski Area
- Mount Juneau Trail
- Alaska State Museum