Perseverance Trail
One of Alaska's earliest roads, following Gold Creek deep into the mountains, with waterfalls, mining relics, and alpine meadows along the way.
The Perseverance Trail was built during the gold rush of the 1880s to reach mines in the Silver Bow Basin. Its starting point is at the end of Basin Road, north of downtown, about a 20-minute walk from the docks. The one-way trail is roughly 5 kilometers long with a gentle grade. Along the way you'll see Gold Creek, several waterfalls, old mining ruins, and mountain goats. You can branch off midway to Mount Juneau or Ebner Falls. Some sections were closed in the past due to landslides, so check the City and Borough of Juneau trail notices before setting out.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Last Chance Mining Museum
- Mount Roberts Tramway (Goldbelt Tram)
- Red Dog Saloon
- Mount Juneau Trail
- Walter Soboleff Building (Sealaska Heritage)
- St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church
- Alaska State Capitol
- Juneau-Douglas City Museum