Auke Bay/Juneau guidebook
Sightseeing
In Auke Bay (maybe 1 mile) - Fun walk to look at a variety of local boats and mountain views. There is a kayak and paddleboard rental area near Statter Harbor.
Statter Harbor
11485 Auke Bay Harbor RoadIn Auke Bay (maybe 1 mile) - Fun walk to look at a variety of local boats and mountain views. There is a kayak and paddleboard rental area near Statter Harbor.
Further into the valley (about 5 miles). Building and area is managed by the Forest Service. Great Glacier views, flat mile walk to the Nugget Falls, 3 Mile Loop called East Glacier Trail through the forest (elevation gain on this hike), and other trails nearby around the Dredge Lakes area. Great place for bear sightings during the Salmon run!
57 locals recommend
Mendenhall Glacier
Further into the valley (about 5 miles). Building and area is managed by the Forest Service. Great Glacier views, flat mile walk to the Nugget Falls, 3 Mile Loop called East Glacier Trail through the forest (elevation gain on this hike), and other trails nearby around the Dredge Lakes area. Great place for bear sightings during the Salmon run!
Slightly "out the road" (about 3 miles) - Free Picnic and Fire area. All shelters (except the largest one) is first come first serve. Nice beach walk!
15 locals recommend
Auke Recreation Area
Slightly "out the road" (about 3 miles) - Free Picnic and Fire area. All shelters (except the largest one) is first come first serve. Nice beach walk!
Slightly "out the road" (about 4 miles) - Free Picnic and Fire area. All shelters (except the largest one) is first come first serve. Nice beach walk!
Lena Beach
Slightly "out the road" (about 4 miles) - Free Picnic and Fire area. All shelters (except the largest one) is first come first serve. Nice beach walk!
"Out the Road (about 15 miles) - Free Picnic and Fire area. All shelters (except the largest one) is first come first serve. Nice beach walk and gorgeous view of the Chilkat Mountains!
14 locals recommend
Eagle Beach
"Out the Road (about 15 miles) - Free Picnic and Fire area. All shelters (except the largest one) is first come first serve. Nice beach walk and gorgeous view of the Chilkat Mountains!
Downtown Juneau (about 10 miles) great channel views, trails, nature center, trinket shop, restaurant/bar all at the top!
43 locals recommend
Mount Roberts Tramway station
490 S Franklin StDowntown Juneau (about 10 miles) great channel views, trails, nature center, trinket shop, restaurant/bar all at the top!
South Douglas Island (about 12 miles) - Nice beach walk, trails in the trees include historic mine ruins!
31 locals recommend
Savikko Park
101 Savikko RdSouth Douglas Island (about 12 miles) - Nice beach walk, trails in the trees include historic mine ruins!
Great stop "out the road" to see local plants, vegetable garden, and beach. Free entrance!
18 locals recommend
Jensen-Olson Arboretum
23035 Glacier HwyGreat stop "out the road" to see local plants, vegetable garden, and beach. Free entrance!
North Douglas (about 15 miles) - nice beach with a view of the Mendenhall Glacier across the ocean. Bring wood for a beach fire and cook-out!
North Douglas Launch Ramp
11800 N Douglas HwyNorth Douglas (about 15 miles) - nice beach with a view of the Mendenhall Glacier across the ocean. Bring wood for a beach fire and cook-out!
Food scene
Brewery in Auke Bay (maybe 1 mile), great ambiance with outdoor propone fires and indoor seating. Inside there is a restaurant named Red Spruce.
27 locals recommend
Forbidden Peak Brewery
11798 Glacier HwyBrewery in Auke Bay (maybe 1 mile), great ambiance with outdoor propone fires and indoor seating. Inside there is a restaurant named Red Spruce.
Nearby burger and milk shake spot down by Statter harbor (maybe 1 mile)! Great view.
7 locals recommend
Devils Hideaway
5364 Glacier HwyNearby burger and milk shake spot down by Statter harbor (maybe 1 mile)! Great view.
In Auke Bay (maybe 1 mile) - Primarily take-out (seating is available no service). Nearby so can easily bring back home or take it to one of the beach picnic areas close by!
19 locals recommend
Chan's Thai Kitchen
11820 Glacier HwyIn Auke Bay (maybe 1 mile) - Primarily take-out (seating is available no service). Nearby so can easily bring back home or take it to one of the beach picnic areas close by!
Downtown Juneau (about 10 miles away), has seafood options as well as other burgers, sandwiches and salads! Lots of beers made in Alaska on tap too.
58 locals recommend
Hangar On The Wharf
2 Marine WayDowntown Juneau (about 10 miles away), has seafood options as well as other burgers, sandwiches and salads! Lots of beers made in Alaska on tap too.
Downtown (about 10 miles away) - If you are looking for low-key seafood option! Fish tacos and fish and chips, choice of Halibut, Rockfish, or Salmon (or all 3!). Outdoor seating with covers and heaters.
26 locals recommend
Deckhand Dave's Fish Tacos
139 S Franklin StDowntown (about 10 miles away) - If you are looking for low-key seafood option! Fish tacos and fish and chips, choice of Halibut, Rockfish, or Salmon (or all 3!). Outdoor seating with covers and heaters.
In the valley (about 2 miles away) Dive Bar with bar food including great halibut and chips! Dining area for families or can take your food to go.
21 locals recommend
Sandbar & Grill
2525 Industrial BlvdIn the valley (about 2 miles away) Dive Bar with bar food including great halibut and chips! Dining area for families or can take your food to go.
Nearby espresso bar with baked goods (maybe 1 mile)! Also has waffles, crepes, ice cream desserts and other food options.
Auke Bay Cafe
11806 Glacier HwyNearby espresso bar with baked goods (maybe 1 mile)! Also has waffles, crepes, ice cream desserts and other food options.
In Valley (about 5 miles near the airport) - typical diner food and feel. Large omelets, biscuits and gravy, sandwiches, pie, coffee, and more.
10 locals recommend
Donna's Restaurant
9121 Glacier HwyIn Valley (about 5 miles near the airport) - typical diner food and feel. Large omelets, biscuits and gravy, sandwiches, pie, coffee, and more.
Downtown (about 10 miles) - fanciest dining option in Juneau if you are looking to celebrate or treat yourself! Seafood and other options.
36 locals recommend
SALT
200 Seward StDowntown (about 10 miles) - fanciest dining option in Juneau if you are looking to celebrate or treat yourself! Seafood and other options.