Active Adventures
Day hiking, kayaking, backcountry camping and ice trekking provide opportunities to challenge any enthusiast. Juneau is home to Alaska’s finest trail system…over 200 miles of groomed trails, ranging from easy to expert, provide access to all types of terrain. Whether you want a mountain top vista or end up at a secluded beach or experience the rich biodiversity of the rainforest, Juneau offers many guided or unguided hiking options.
Kayaking and camping can be combined together for the ultimate “surf and turf” experience. Day trips and multi-day kayaking trips are readily available and geared to different skill levels. Equipment rental is also available for those who prefer to go unguided. If rafting is your preference, Juneau is the jumping off point for ten day float trips down the world famous Tatshenshini River.
Active adventurers rave about their experiences trekking on the Juneau Icefield. Some experiences you savor for a lifetime and ice trekking is one of them. Access to the icefield is provided through a number of heli-hiking companies. Guided tours vary from one-hour to multi-day and can include dogsledding or ice climbing lessons. Juneau is an outdoor lover’s paradise and has something to offer every age and ability.