Mendenhall Campground
Juneau, Alaska · 72 ft · In Tongass National Forest
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At a glance
6 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 72 ft (22 m)72 ft22 m
Sites68
Mendenhall Campground lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
- 001Standard · accessible · up to 6 people35 ft
- 002Standard · up to 6 people35 ft
- 003Standard · accessible · up to 6 people35 ft
- 004Standard · up to 6 people16 ft
- 005Standard · accessible · up to 6 people30 ft
- 006Standard · accessible · up to 6 people35 ft
- 007Standard · accessible · up to 6 people28 ft
- 008Standard · accessible · up to 6 people35 ft
- 009Standard · accessible · up to 6 people17 ft
- 010Standard · accessible · up to 6 people30 ft
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Amenities
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- ADA accessible
- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
Mendenhall Campground is situated on the shore of Mendenhall Lake, in view of the Mendenhall Glacier, about 13 miles from downtown Juneau. The site is a popular destination for viewing beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. Hiking opportunities abound.
Recreation
The West Glacier Trail, with an elevation gain of 1,300 feet, can be hiked in 5-6 hours roundtrip. The trailhead is a half mile from the campground entrance by road or on the Aak'w Sit' Trail. The .4 mile Tolch Rock Trail is in this vicinity. The campground has several paths in it with interpretive signs relating facts about the area wildlife and environment.Facilities
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Cell service
Report signal- Verizon4G LTE
- AT&T5G · 4G LTE
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Mendenhall Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueMostly Sunny49°40°
- WedChance Light Rain, 51% chance of rain49°42°
- ThuHeavy Rain, 100% chance of rain52°45°
- FriRain, 93% chance of rain51°40°
- SatLight Rain, 81% chance of rain47°39°
Nearby camping
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RV Park · 0.9 mi · Juneau
3 more within 25 mi
Location and contact
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