Paddle alongside the remarkable Mendenhall Glacier!
Tour includes round-trip transportation from dock, quality raingear and life jackets. Snack includes hot beverage (on cold days) and water plus reindeer sausage, salmon spread, cheese, and crackers.
MENDENHALL LAKE CANOE ADVENTURE
Tour Highlights
Be among the select few, under a limited USFS permit, to travel by canoe for an unprecedented experience near the face of the magnificent Mendenhall Glacier. Surrounded by one of the richest samplings of Alaskan wildlife you’ll find anywhere, navigate past icebergs in a 20-passenger, Tlingit-style canoe surrounded by one of the richest samplings of Alaskan wildlife you’ll find anywhere. Birds, including arctic terns, nest on the shoreline, eagles, goats, salmon and bears can all be seen. Your experienced guide will navigate the canoe within a safe distance of the face of the living glacier before venturing past the rushing water of Nugget Falls. Beach your canoe at its base where you will disembark to refuel for your return paddle with an Alaskan-style snack.
Availability
Late April – Early October
Multiple departure daily
Duration
4 Hours
Times are approximate
Cost
Adult: $259 per person
Child: $207 per person
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Full Tour Description
Be among the select few allowed to paddle near the face of Mendenhall Glacier on this exclusive canoe adventure. Operated under a limited U.S. Forest Service permit, this experience offers a rare and unforgettable way to explore Alaska’s stunning wilderness.
Board a 28-foot traditional Tlingit-style canoe, designed for stability and safety, and paddle across the glacier-fed waters of Mendenhall Lake. Along the way, navigate past floating icebergs and soak in breathtaking views of the towering Mendenhall Glacier. This area is rich in wildlife—keep an eye out for Arctic terns, bald eagles, mountain goats, salmon, and even bears along the shoreline.
As you venture closer, you’ll paddle within a safe distance of the glacier’s massive, ever-changing face. Then, experience the power of Nugget Falls as you skirt its thundering base for an exhilarating close-up view.
Midway through your journey, you’ll come ashore for a snack of Alaskan-style fare, a chance to rest, and time to absorb the breathtaking surroundings before paddling back across the lake.
With the Forest Service strictly limiting access, only a lucky few get to experience this one-of-a-kind adventure. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this extraordinary journey!
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