Tongass National Forest Scenic Lake Hike
Practice mindfulness and take in your surroundings on this hike that leads you up 750 feet to the bottom of an avalanche chute.
Come join a stunning 4-mile round-trip hike in a small group of no more than 7 people! Hike an improved gravel trail alongside a forested lake below a mountain, where there will be plenty of spots for picture taking. From there, the second mile's more natural tread is mixed with gravel, large rocks, and roots as you ascend through an old-growth rainforest displaying large Sitka spruce. At 1100 feet of elevation, we will arrive at our destination - the bottom of an avalanche chute. There are only two tours allowed on this cherished trail per day, making this a truly unique experience. The local tour guide will share information about some of the flora and fauna, and you'll also hear about the complicated logging history and what it means for our future. You may ask how to practice mindfulness and connect with your surroundings during the hike, allowing you to take these skills into other areas of your life. Please Note: This is a rural hike and there are no facilities at the trailhead, along the trail, or at the beach. This is a leave-no-trace, tobacco-free, drug-free, and alcohol-free excursion.
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Operated by
- Shore Excursions Group
- An approximately 5 to 12-minute walk from the cruise ship pier. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
- For all tours in Alaska, we recommend wearing layers with the top layer being waterproof. Sturdy hiking boots are also recommended. It is important to dress according to the day's weather, and to keep in mind that it will get cooler as you gain elevation.
- Guests must be able to hike on elevated and uneven terrain. This hike is considered strenuous and includes an elevation gain of approximately eight hundred feet. Participants should be in good physical condition and comfortable with regular physical activity. This tour is not suitable for guests who are generally inactive or for those with limited mobility, existing health concerns, or recent injuries. This is a rural hike, and there are no facilities at the trailhead, along the trail, or at the beach. This excursion follows a leave no trace policy and is tobacco-free, drug-free, and alcohol free.
- Food & beverages: Bottled Water Included
Excursion purchases are fully refundable outside of 14 days prior to the tour date. Beginning on the 14th day prior to the tour date, excursion purchases are non-refundable.