FREE THINGS TO DO IN JUNEAU

  • 1. Nugget Falls – The Nugget Falls Trail is 0.8 miles long. It begins half way down Photo Point Trail and ends at Nugget Falls, skirting the flats at the edge of Mendenhall Lake. It is a low gradient trail that was completed in 2010. The new construction realigned the trail so the tread is above high water on the lake.
  • 2. National Shrine of St. Therese – The National Shrine of St. Thérèse overlooks the Lynn Canal in Juneau, Alaska, US. Situated on 46 acres, the site contains a stone chapel, crypt, labyrinth, columbarium, lodge, cabin, and retreat.
  • 3. Eagle Beach – Eagle Beach is north of Juneau along the Glacier Highway with views of Lynn Canal, the Chilkat Mountains, and the Juneau Mountains.
  • 4. Perseverance National Recreation Trail – The path to the Perseverance trailhead, Basin Road, showcases a dramatic change from urban to wilderness, leading from downtown Juneau to a spectacular canyon.
  • 5. Amalga Distillery – Small craft distillery producing gin and American Single Malt whiskey. Swing by our tasting room to sample our gin (and sometimes our whiskey!) and try a cocktail featuring our spirits.
  • 6. The Whale Project – Tahku, the Alaska Whale Sculpture, is a life-scale bronze whale sculpture of a breaching humpback rising amidst waterworks from an infinity pool located on the waterfront of Alaska’s capital city, Juneau – a destination for over 1 million visitors each year from around the world. It commemorates the 50th anniversary of Alaska Statehood, and serves as the northern anchor for the downtown Juneau waterfront.
  • 7. Treadwell Historic Mine Trail – This was once the site of the most productive gold mines in the United States—$70 million in gold was removed by 2,000 workers. Of the 144 structures that stood in Treadwell in 1910, only a few foundations still exist, and the New Office Building is the only remaining structure. The trail starts from the south end of St. Ann’s Avenue in Douglas. Keep right on the trail and you’ll come to Treadwell Glory Hole, once the entrance to a network of shafts under Gastineau Channel. A waterfall drops into this hole. Return to the fork in the trail and continue down to the shore to see remains of buildings and old mining machinery. Just to the south is a pit where the mine collapsed during torrential rains in 1917. There are remnants of old docks at the shoreline.
  • 8. Gold Creek Flume Trail – Get to know this 1.4-mile out-and-back trail near Juneau, Alaska. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 35 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. The Gold Creek Flume Trail winds through scenic hills, offering a peaceful tree-lined boardwalk experience. As you trek along this uphill trail, you’re treated to stunning mountain views and surrounded by a lush forest of spruce, alder, cottonwood, and willow trees. The trail provides views of wildlife like porcupines and the occasional black bear. If lucky, you may spot mountain goats perched on the cliffs above.
  • 9. Gary’s Fine Jewelry – Local store for diamonds, watches, and Alaska-made jewelry, plus repairs.
  • 10. Effy Jewelry – Since 1979, Effy Hematian has been designing some of the world’s most distinctive jewelry. As a professionally trained engineer, Effy has a passion for exquisite workmanship that is evident in each piece of jewelry – and a vision that begins before he even starts sketching.

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