Nugget Falls
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 8 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Tongass National Forest
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The waterfall of Nugget Creek flows down Cascaden into Mendenhall Lake. Earlier, when the glacier was larger, it is said that it probably flowed on the glacier or the glacier obscured the waterfall.
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•August 10, 2019
Nugget Falls falls over two tiers - approximately 30m and 85m - before plunging into the aquamarine waters of Mendenhall Lake. Before the glacier retreated in recent decades, the spray from the falls is said to have reached the glacier ice.
translated by•February 24, 2022
Mendenhall Waterfall, also known as "Nugget Falls," is located on beautiful Mendenhall Lake. From there, you also have a good view of the Mendenhall Glacier. You can easily get to the starting point from Juneau by bus or car. However, Juneau itself can only be reached by plane or boat.
translated by•August 17, 2025
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