How do I get to Mendenhall Glacier?

Getting Here

By car: An easy drive from downtown Juneau, take Egan Drive and turn right at Mendenhall Loop Road which turns into Glacier Spur Road and ends at the Visitor Center.
By shuttle: For a fee, the Glacier Shuttle is quick and convenient with one leaving from downtown every 30 minutes.

Can you take a taxi to Mendenhall Glacier?

Getting to the Mendenhall Glacier A taxi will cost about $35 one-way or if you plan ahead, you could rent a car for a single day. The Mendenhall Glacier Shuttle bus to Mendenhall Glacier is a convenient option near the cruise port that costs $45 per adult return.

How do I get to Mendenhall Glacier by bus?

The Glacier Shuttle is a quick and convenient way to travel to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitors’ Center. Shuttle service is provided under a permit with the USDA Forest Service. Buses leave every 30 minutes on most days (check the schedule for times).

Can you go to Mendenhall Glacier on your own?

While many people go to Mendenhall Glacier with a tour group or on a shore excursion, you can also get to the glacier on your own. You can take a taxi from Juneau, drive to the glacier with a rental car, or take the city bus to Glacier Spur Road and walk the rest of the way (1.5 miles).

How much does it cost to go to Mendenhall Glacier?

There is a $5 entrance fee for 16 & over at the visitor center during summer months (May 1 to September 30) when the visitor center is open from 8:00am-7:30pm daily. Winter (October to April) is free (no fee required) and visitor center hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am – 4:00pm.

Is there Uber or Lyft in Juneau Alaska?

Yes, Uber and lift are in Juneau as of May 2017.

Is Mendenhall Glacier free?

Is Mendenhall Glacier worth seeing?

It is about a 30-45 minute ride from the port of Juneau to the glacier. The glacier itself is free to visit. There is visiting center that does cost a small fee to enter if you want to go inside and talk to rangers and see some interesting exhibits and touch glacier ice.

What is the best way to get around Juneau?

Your Next Adventure Starts Here

Enjoy Juneau’s walkability. Partly due to its geography—it’s surrounded by mountains and water—Juneau is a compact city.
Take your bike—or buy one there.
Call a cab.
Rent a car.
Take advantage of the tourist infrastructure.
Catch the tram.

What is the best time to visit Juneau Alaska?

The best time to visit Juneau is between May and August. You’ll have to compete with hordes of cruise passengers at the area’s top attractions, but the days will be long and sunny. Plus, these months correspond with whale migration season, meaning you’re guaranteed to see some activity in the water.

Can you get around Juneau without a car?

Juneau is popular with tourists for a reason—it’s scenic and historic. The bike- and pedestrian-friendly city is easy to get around, and plenty of tourist infrastructure means you can spend a season working there and enjoying all the amazing sights without worrying about not having your car.

Is there a shuttle from Juneau to Mendenhall Glacier?

Make your round-trip transfer between Juneau and Mendenhall Glacier hassle-free with this shuttle service. Discover the beauty of the glacier and its trails at a leisurely pace, and when you’re ready, simply hop back on a shuttle back to port in downtown Juneau.

How do I get to the Mendenhall Glacier visitors center?

How many miles of ice and waterfalls are there in Mendenhall Glacier?

12 miles of ice and waterfalls. The Glacier Shuttle is a quick and convenient way to travel to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitors’ Center. Shuttle service is provided under a permit with the USDA Forest Service.

What is the shuttle service like at Glacier National Park?

Glacier National Park’s shuttle service is a point-to-point transportation service only. But all shuttle stops feature interpretive and educational information regarding the history and features of the park, plus family-fun activities to help pass the time. The Going-to-the-Sun Road audio tour has information about each shuttle stop.