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Nugget Falls Trail along Mendenhall Lake in Tongass National Forest

The Nugget Falls Trail offers an exhilarating yet easy hike through the lush rainforests of Tongass National Forest, leading you right to the stunning Nugget Falls. Along the route, you'll be greeted by breathtaking views of Mendenhall Glacier and the unique, milky-blue waters of Mendenhall Lake, a delightful reminder of the area’s glacial origins. As you approach the falls, the invigorating sound of rushing water fills the air, and you can even get up close for a refreshing spray—truly a magical experience that’s perfect for nature lovers of all ages. #Hiking #Lake #Nature #Forest #River #Waterfall #Glacier

  • Distance: 2.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 47 m
  • Maximum elevation: 28 m
  • Elevation loss: 47 m
  • Minimum elevation: 15 m
  • Moving time: 44 m 28 s
  • Moving speed: 2.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 6.9 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 5 m
  • Global speed: 2.0 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 2.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 47 m
  • Maximum elevation: 28 m
  • Elevation loss: 47 m
  • Minimum elevation: 15 m
  • Moving time: 44 m 28 s
  • Moving speed: 2.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 6.9 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 5 m
  • Global speed: 2.0 mph

About this trail

Name: Nugget Falls Trail along Mendenhall Lake in Tongass National Forest trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Glacier Spur Road, Mendenhall Valley, Juneau, Alaska, United States (58.41636 -134.54706)

End: Glacier Spur Road, Mendenhall Valley, Juneau, Alaska, United States (58.41625 -134.54688)

Coordinates: 58.41620 -134.54734 58.42664 -134.53726

Gear up for your next adventure:

📕Outdoor Navigation Books - Learn traditional and modern navigation techniques
👕Merino Base Layers - Natural temperature regulation for cold weather hiking and camping
📱Phone Mounts for Hiking - Secure mounts to carry your phone on trails
📍Handheld GPS Navigators - Reliable satellite navigation for hiking and off-road exploration
📸Action Camera Chest Mounts - Record your ascent following topographic paths hands-free

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