Mendenhall Lake Canoe Adventure
Paddle alongside the remarkable Mendenhall Glacier!
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 Mendenhall Lake in a 20 passenger, Tlingit-style canoe. 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.
The Experience
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.
What's Included
- 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
What To Bring
- Layered, weatherproof clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera or binoculars
- Sunglasses & sunscreen
Tour Details
Good to Know
- Child rates apply to ages 12 & under.
- Children must weigh at least 40 pounds to fit into a life jacket.
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 13–17 require a signed parental consent form if unaccompanied.
- Operates in most weather conditions—dress in warm layers.
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