Mendenhall Glacier

I spent a summer in Juneau. During one hot 70ish degree day with a few white clouds in the sky, a few friends suggested that I go swimming in Glacier lake. I prepared myself by laying out by the beach for a little bit and then plunge into the cold water. It was cold but fun. I miss that place.

I grew up in Juneau and this was my favorite place to hang out in the summer months. Every time I see a photo of the glacier, it takes me back to my childhood :)

I’ve kayaked near it, saw about 12 bald eagles. sureal.

I live in Juneau, so the glacier is a permanent fixture in my life. I’ve been there in the summer, and even gone swimming next to the waterfall – crazy freezing, but it was a lot of fun.

take the trail that leads out to the waterfall. It has parts that are boulders and rocks, but much of it is a walk along the beach. You get really close to the glacier, and on a warm day, it’s wonderful to just stand close to the spray from the falls.