Trail of Time

Trail of Time

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Trail of Time

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This Highlight goes through a protected area

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Tongass National Forest

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Location: Juneau, Alaska, United States

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April 24, 2023

Hiking

The Trail of Time serves as a connector between the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center and the East Glacier Loop Trail, but it is also a fascinating destination in its own right. As you walk away from the glacier the land will seem to literally age around you, as it's been uncovered for longer since the glacier passed through.

Watch as moss- and lichen-covered rocks transition to "early colonizing" trees like willows and alder, then transition into a more mature forest. Keep an eye out for wildlife, too.

Lutz 🇩🇪

August 17, 2025

Hiking

The animals are generally very shy. Nevertheless, signs regularly warn against bear encounters, which are not uncommon.

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