Mendenhall Lake
When snow and lake ice conditions permit. Ski at your own risk! The trail leaves from the Skaters Cabin. The ski loop distance varies from ~4-9 km. The trail is suitable for all abilities of both skate and classic skiers and can be opened or closed for weeks at a time depending on conditions. Lake skiing can offer outstanding views of the surrounding mountains and Mendenhall Glacier but can be windy and foggy. Skiers with dogs should keep them under control and clean up after them. There is an outhouse next to the Skaters Cabin. Parking is in front of Skaters Cabin and the West Glacier Trailhead, Skaters Cabin Road, Juneau, AK 99801.
Recent Trail Updates
March 5 saw a shiny new polish on the upper loop. Including a few easter eggs for the adventurous.
Skate redone and classic left alone as thin everywhere. BE careful walking down from the connex trailer towards ...
Campground groomed for skate, really nice. I tried to set a new classic track, which was a mistake. Snow too ...
Peter groomed the lake this morning. Excellent conditions.
Campground: Groomed for skate, left classic alone. Beware of USFS vehicles and tire ruts .
Lake: Groomed for ...
I'll start grooming the campground about 7:30 and then Peter and I will groom the lake starting about 9:30. JT
Forest service is doing some work in the campground so expect a few tire tracks later. Lake is looking really ...
Campground groomed for skate. Equipment problems prevented setting a new classic track. Old classic still fast ...
Both the campground & lake are fully groomed as of 10:30 Saturday.
The sun is out & conditions are close ...
Skiing on the lake has been epic !!! Big thanks to the dedicated and hard working groomers. They spent like 7+ ...
Refreshed the skate lane at the campground; classic is still in great shape. Don and I refreshed the skate lanes ...
I'll spend about an hour refreshing the campground skate lane starting about 7:30 and then work on the lake with ...
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