A Day Trip to Icy Point

  • Breakfast at Glacier Bay Lodge (8:00am) - Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the Lodge's restaurant overlooking the spectacular Glacier Bay National Park.
  • Hiking along Nugget Falls Trail (10:00am) - Take a leisurely hike on the Nugget Falls Trail and witness the stunning Nugget Falls. The trail is perfect for nature lovers and beginners alike.
  • Visit the Icy Strait Point ZipRider (12:00pm) - Get a different perspective of the forest canopy and soaring peaks by going down the ZipRider, one of the world's longest zip lines.
  • Seafood Lunch at Crab Station (1:00pm) - At Icy Strait Point, you can enjoy fresh seafood like crab at Crab Station.
  • Visit the Hoonah Totem Pole Park (2:00pm) - Explore the Hoonah Totem Pole Park, which features impressive totem poles and other historical artifacts.
  • Whale Watching (4:00pm) - Take a tour to watch whales in the astonishing Lynn Canal. A once in a lifetime experience.
  • Dinner at The Cookhouse (6:00pm) - End the day with a delicious dinner at The Cookhouse, which serves fresh and locally-sourced dishes.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Breakfast at Glacier Bay Lodge (1 hour, $20)
  • Hiking along Nugget Falls Trail (2 hours, free)
  • Visit the Icy Strait Point ZipRider (1.5 hours, $119)
  • Seafood Lunch at Crab Station (1 hour, $30)
  • Visit the Hoonah Totem Pole Park (1 hour, $15)
  • Whale Watching (2 hours, $150)
  • Dinner at The Cookhouse (1 hour, $40)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $394

Transportation

To get to Icy Point, you can fly or take the ferry to Juneau and then take an Icy Strait Point shuttle or taxi. The cost of the shuttle is about $34 and takes approximately 25 minutes to reach its destination.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a few more activities such as kayaking or visiting the local museum. If you have less time, you could skip the whale watching tour or the Hoonah Totem Pole Park visit. Don't forget to bring extra layers, as the weather can be unpredictable and chilly.

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