Herbert Glacier
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Joe B
Oklahoma City, OK14 contributions
Jul 2022
Took Coastal Helicopter tour (also highly recommend) to view the glacier. Easy to look from distance and think, oh, looks like some ice and snow. The glacier is way larger than you can imagine and the enormity is quite humbling. Landed on the glacier and walked around for a while. A definite must do.
Written July 15, 2022
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David L
Nassau, New Providence Island89 contributions
Oct 2012 • Couples
Not as crowded, more scenic and longer scenic trip to get there. Fabulous trip! Worth every cent. If in Juneau, gotta go!
Written September 3, 2013
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LiverpoolRuthie
Liverpool, UK54 contributions
May 2014 • Friends
We got up to the glacier by helicopter from the airport...then we were introduced to the adorable huskies who pulled us all around the beautiful glacier then we met 2 4 week old husky puppies...this trip was the highlight of my holiday!
Written June 3, 2014
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Khooch
Grawn, MI42 contributions
The Herbert Glacier trail is one of the easiest to explore in Juneau! The trail is well maintained and relatively flat. It's a great walking or mountain biking trail through thick old growth forest, as you get closer to the glacier you can see a drastic change in the forest age!
Once you get right alongside the river you have a great view of the glacier, you can continue on alongside the river, as long as the water level isn't too high, to get a closer look. This point of the trail becomes more rigorous involving climbing up rock faces. The trail is clearly marked with red tape.
It is really an outstanding sight and I recommend everyone see it while in Juneau!
Once you get right alongside the river you have a great view of the glacier, you can continue on alongside the river, as long as the water level isn't too high, to get a closer look. This point of the trail becomes more rigorous involving climbing up rock faces. The trail is clearly marked with red tape.
It is really an outstanding sight and I recommend everyone see it while in Juneau!
Written June 23, 2014
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mheitner
San Francisco92 contributions
Jun 2014 • Friends
Going back in the glacier was a wonderful experience. Amazing topography and photography options. Glacier footwear was provided. Don't forget sunglasses and rain gear.
We booked through our cruise line, but it also possible to book directly with the helicopter company.
We booked through our cruise line, but it also possible to book directly with the helicopter company.
Written June 22, 2014
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dkaym007
Alamosa, CO3 contributions
Jun 2014 • Friends
This hike is 4.9 miles in to the glacier with minimal incline. It's lush foliage and well kept trail makes for easy walking and great photos. My friends and I did this trail round trip in about 3 1/2 hours. We stopped frequently to take photos, so can be done quicker. The trail had several bikers and they enjoyed the wide trail.
Written June 18, 2014
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Scuba477
Florida325 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
I really wanted to land on a glacier and so you can imagine my disappointment when the cruise ship cancelled by excursion because of weather. Fortunately, Coastal Helicopters came to the rescue. They flew us to Herbert Glacier and we landed on it. This was my favorite glacier we visited.
This glacier is huge! It had everything to see on a glacier such as a stream, a really deep water hole, boulders, and even gold flakes in a puddle. We saw no one while we were there. It was super beautiful and we got great pictures. The glaciers we saw after this one were kinda of disappointing. If you have a chance, I would visit!
This glacier is huge! It had everything to see on a glacier such as a stream, a really deep water hole, boulders, and even gold flakes in a puddle. We saw no one while we were there. It was super beautiful and we got great pictures. The glaciers we saw after this one were kinda of disappointing. If you have a chance, I would visit!
Written February 14, 2015
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MarriedCoupleForLife
Fresno, OH112 contributions
Aug 2013 • Couples
We also wrote a desperate review for Juneau, Coastal Helicopter, we chose them and we made an excellent choice. The views, landing, copter, crew and entire trip was great.
Written August 29, 2013
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JAJ
Juneau AK61 contributions
It's been a long time since I was on this several-mile trail, but it follows ariver through woods to end at the Herbert Glacier face. A very nice day outing. if you have limited time, I would go to the Mendenhall and brave the tourist crowds for a more dramatic glacier withvisitor center amenities.
Written April 24, 2013
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Billster66
Batesville, AR296 contributions
Jul 2014 • Family
One of my favorite places in Alaska!!! My brother and I usually take a day when I am in Juneau to hike the trail that leads to this glacier. The trail is easy to walk, with only a few areas where there are small cliffs and narrow spots. The forest is beautiful and much of the trail follows the silty river that leads to the glacier. Pack a lunch, bring lots of water, wear good hiking boots, and remember to bring the bear spray.
Written January 18, 2015
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hi -
I wanted to know a little more about the Herbert Glacier - can an 8 year old walk the trail? How long is the trail? can we drive there from the cruise terminal or do we have to take a helicopter?
please let me know which companies I can book from. thanks!
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