Highlight (Segment) • Trail
West Glacier Trail
Mountain biking
5.0
(1)
This Highlight goes through a protected area
Please check local regulations for:
Tongass National Forest
Tips
Lisa
October 25, 2023
Mountain biking
This is a fun, shared-use trail that ends after two miles, at a rocky outcrop that offers fine overlooks of Mendenhall Glacier from the west side and makes a logical turnaround point. There are some social (unmaintained) trails that continue farther, but aren't maintained or well-suited to riding.
You should read the Forest Service warnings about off-trail rescues here: fs.usda.gov/recarea/tongass/recreation/hiking/recarea/?recid=78817&actid=50
As always, you should be alert to the possibility of surprise wildlife encounters too — especially during the early morning and evening hours.
You should read the Forest Service warnings about off-trail rescues here: fs.usda.gov/recarea/tongass/recreation/hiking/recarea/?recid=78817&actid=50
As always, you should be alert to the possibility of surprise wildlife encounters too — especially during the early morning and evening hours.
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Distance 3.15 km
Uphill 40 m
Downhill 170 m
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