We visited before anything was ready to bloom, so this tour was very 'rain forest' oriented, and the staff were *charming*. We left feeling we did something unique and starkly different from past Juneau visits. Can't say enough good things about Star and Noa.
We visited before anything was ready to bloom, so this tour was very 'rain forest' oriented, and the staff were *charming*. We left feeling we did something unique and starkly different from past Juneau visits. Can't say enough good things about Star and Noa.
This was part of an excursion on a cruise I was on. The upside down trees were more impressive than the Mendenhall glacier in my opinion.
This was part of an excursion on a cruise I was on. The upside down trees were more impressive than the Mendenhall glacier in my opinion.
(Translated by Google) This is a tour that takes you up the mountain in a forest by tram. There were not many flowers because it was early in the season, but the wonderful view from the top and the forest bathing were fun. The driver explained in detail, but I was not good at English, so I had a hard time understanding it, which was unfortunate. However, the driver was very kind and stopped at the sightseeing spots. We also saw squirrels and bald eagles.
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森の中をトラムで登るツアーです。季節が早いので花は少なかったですが、頂上からの素晴らしい景色と森林浴が楽しかった。ドライバーが詳しく説明してくれるのですが、英語が不得意なのでなかなか聞き取れず、残念でした。でもドライバーは見どころで停車したり、とても親切でした。リスや白頭鷲も見られました。
(Translated by Google) This is a tour that takes you up the mountain in a forest by tram. There were not many flowers because it was early in the season, but the wonderful view from the top and the forest bathing were fun. The driver explained in detail, but I was not good at English, so I had a hard time understanding it, which was unfortunate. However, the driver was very kind and stopped at the sightseeing spots. We also saw squirrels and bald eagles.
(Original)
森の中をトラムで登るツアーです。季節が早いので花は少なかったですが、頂上からの素晴らしい景色と森林浴が楽しかった。ドライバーが詳しく説明してくれるのですが、英語が不得意なのでなかなか聞き取れず、残念でした。でもドライバーは見どころで停車したり、とても親切でした。リスや白頭鷲も見られました。
Pretty gardens and a thrilling descent down the mountain. Great views up top for pictures.
Pretty gardens and a thrilling descent down the mountain. Great views up top for pictures.
10 out of 10. Would recommend. A lot of the flowers were not planted yet due to cold weather. But what we did see was beautiful. Very unique garden and trip up the mountain.
10 out of 10. Would recommend. A lot of the flowers were not planted yet due to cold weather. But what we did see was beautiful. Very unique garden and trip up the mountain.
Juneau Alaska. One of best stop I this are. Amazing views, great food. I can enjoy the best salmon of crab legs ever.
Juneau Alaska. One of best stop I this are. Amazing views, great food. I can enjoy the best salmon of crab legs ever.
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Alaska tours, and Jarred in particular was awesome. At the gardens, the creator's daughter was so sweet, helping my mom in a wheelchair. We loved it, a definite must see!
Alaska tours, and Jarred in particular was awesome. At the gardens, the creator's daughter was so sweet, helping my mom in a wheelchair. We loved it, a definite must see!
Went as part of a cruise excursion, and we were so glad we did. Even though the day was liquid sunshine (rain), they had trams, so we were driven around the property. Missed out of the views, which should be stunning when the sun shines. It still was enjoyable and our driver knowledgeable about the area.
Went as part of a cruise excursion, and we were so glad we did. Even though the day was liquid sunshine (rain), they had trams, so we were driven around the property. Missed out of the views, which should be stunning when the sun shines. It still was enjoyable and our driver knowledgeable about the area.
This is a must-see if you're in Juneau. A great concept not only in landscaping, but also in stormwater management. The views from the top of it mountain are awesome. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about the creation of the gardens and the landscaping and the flora.
This is a must-see if you're in Juneau. A great concept not only in landscaping, but also in stormwater management. The views from the top of it mountain are awesome. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about the creation of the gardens and the landscaping and the flora.
Surprising and wonderful! The gardens are designed and planted with care and imagination. The driver who took us to the top then back down was a fountain of information about trees, habitat, moss, mill berries, mushrooms and more!
Surprising and wonderful! The gardens are designed and planted with care and imagination. The driver who took us to the top then back down was a fountain of information about trees, habitat, moss, mill berries, mushrooms and more!
Walk through the upsidedown garden before riding the tram up the super steep hill to a beautiful view point.
Our guide was fantastic, knowledgeable and super funny (sarcastic funny!!).
Walk through the upsidedown garden before riding the tram up the super steep hill to a beautiful view point.
Our guide was fantastic, knowledgeable and super funny (sarcastic funny!!).
Wonderful example of what individuals can do when they love nature and want to expose its beauty to others. I would recommend visiting and supporting the work of building such beautiful garden.
Wonderful example of what individuals can do when they love nature and want to expose its beauty to others. I would recommend visiting and supporting the work of building such beautiful garden.
What a spectacularly beautiful and special place. Love all the flowers, trees, natural rainfalls, and look out mountain. This is what Alaska is about!!! All of the team were kind, knowledgeable and helpful making it even more relaxing. Thank you!
What a spectacularly beautiful and special place. Love all the flowers, trees, natural rainfalls, and look out mountain. This is what Alaska is about!!! All of the team were kind, knowledgeable and helpful making it even more relaxing. Thank you!
I'm not a flower guy, but this is a great place. For me, the adventure of riding in the stretch golf cart up the mountain made it worthwhile. Wesley (?) was a great guide who shared alot of interesting information and got us up safely with an assist from Steve. Steve is a LEGEND. He showed up from out of nowhere right when we needed him. More importantly, he basically single-handedly built this place. Massive thanks to Steve for seeing the beauty in this place, preserving it and building it into what it is today.
I'm not a flower guy, but this is a great place. For me, the adventure of riding in the stretch golf cart up the mountain made it worthwhile. Wesley (?) was a great guide who shared alot of interesting information and got us up safely with an assist from Steve. Steve is a LEGEND. He showed up from out of nowhere right when we needed him. More importantly, he basically single-handedly built this place. Massive thanks to Steve for seeing the beauty in this place, preserving it and building it into what it is today.
Stopped in to share the experience with new visitors to Juneau. We had already been there twice, but wanted our friends to see the unique garden in an Alaskan rainforest.
Stopped in to share the experience with new visitors to Juneau. We had already been there twice, but wanted our friends to see the unique garden in an Alaskan rainforest.
We walked in earlier in the morning and were able to be put into a tour fairly quickly with no wait time. Our tour guide was great and she kept our interest the entire way. She was super knowledgeable about everything and it was great hearing the history on how Glacier Gardens came to be and how someone’s vision came about. This was by far our favorite thing we have gotten to do in Juneau so far & would recommend anyone else to check it out.
We walked in earlier in the morning and were able to be put into a tour fairly quickly with no wait time. Our tour guide was great and she kept our interest the entire way. She was super knowledgeable about everything and it was great hearing the history on how Glacier Gardens came to be and how someone’s vision came about. This was by far our favorite thing we have gotten to do in Juneau so far & would recommend anyone else to check it out.
So much beauty! The tour
was amazing and informative. Great for mobility challenged people.
So much beauty! The tour
was amazing and informative. Great for mobility challenged people.
These gardens are beautiful. You can tell that they have taken much care and pride in them. They take you on a ride in a kind of large ATV thing up the mountain while the driver talks about the area. You'll have a chance to take some photos at the top before you head back down again. They have a gift shop there where you can get yourself a quick snack or buy yourself a souvenir. They have some pretty nice Christmas ornaments there too.
These gardens are beautiful. You can tell that they have taken much care and pride in them. They take you on a ride in a kind of large ATV thing up the mountain while the driver talks about the area. You'll have a chance to take some photos at the top before you head back down again. They have a gift shop there where you can get yourself a quick snack or buy yourself a souvenir. They have some pretty nice Christmas ornaments there too.
This is a beautiful tour! Loved hearing the history while driving through the rainforest. Lush, green and beautiful!
This is a beautiful tour! Loved hearing the history while driving through the rainforest. Lush, green and beautiful!
An awesome experience you couldn't imagine of unless you saw it in person. Trees planted upside down with flower beds growing from the roots; massive, side-winding elevation climbs in a comfortable open-air "trail shuttle" with narration of the site's history and surrounding flora; and a nearly panoramic view at the peak height of your tour.
An awesome experience you couldn't imagine of unless you saw it in person. Trees planted upside down with flower beds growing from the roots; massive, side-winding elevation climbs in a comfortable open-air "trail shuttle" with narration of the site's history and surrounding flora; and a nearly panoramic view at the peak height of your tour.
From upside-down trees to upside-down hanging umbrellas to skunk cabbage in the rain forest, this is a gorgeous, tranquil place to catch your breath and just BE. We chose it as one of our Princess Line excursions on a recent Alaska cruise. The owner of this beautiful place came up with the idea of upside down trees, and it is truly one of the most creative landscaping ideas I've ever seen. We were told he does all the designs and maintenance himself, which blew my mind. That includes dead-heading the floral arrangements as well. If you get to Juneau, be sure to check out the Alaska natural wonderland of Glacier Gardens.
A tram will take you through the forest and gardens to a beautiful vista point high above it all (overcast the day we were there). This is an amazing, not-to-be-missed place to visit.
From upside-down trees to upside-down hanging umbrellas to skunk cabbage in the rain forest, this is a gorgeous, tranquil place to catch your breath and just BE. We chose it as one of our Princess Line excursions on a recent Alaska cruise. The owner of this beautiful place came up with the idea of upside down trees, and it is truly one of the most creative landscaping ideas I've ever seen. We were told he does all the designs and maintenance himself, which blew my mind. That includes dead-heading the floral arrangements as well. If you get to Juneau, be sure to check out the Alaska natural wonderland of Glacier Gardens.
A tram will take you through the forest and gardens to a beautiful vista point high above it all (overcast the day we were there). This is an amazing, not-to-be-missed place to visit.
Who couldn't love upside down growing trees and views are spectacular on topof the mountain.
Who couldn't love upside down growing trees and views are spectacular on topof the mountain.
Owner has preserved and created magnificent gardens in this temperate rainforest. We visited early in the season, and it wss rainy, but would love to return when the berries are on the bush.
Owner has preserved and created magnificent gardens in this temperate rainforest. We visited early in the season, and it wss rainy, but would love to return when the berries are on the bush.
Beautiful botanical gardens. Guided tour was well narrated. Fascinating plant life.
Beautiful botanical gardens. Guided tour was well narrated. Fascinating plant life.
Juneau is a challenging farming environment , but they make this place look amazing and have some beautiful displays
Juneau is a challenging farming environment , but they make this place look amazing and have some beautiful displays
We live in Juneau (very close to this) and did this tour for my husband’s birthday and it was absolutely beautiful. None of the people in our party of 8 had been on the tour before (typical Juneauite problem of not enjoying your own town!), and we all had a great time. Our driver was knowledgeable and put up with our silly group. The view at the top is worth it and the upside down trees are hands-down a unique treat for the eyes.
We live in Juneau (very close to this) and did this tour for my husband’s birthday and it was absolutely beautiful. None of the people in our party of 8 had been on the tour before (typical Juneauite problem of not enjoying your own town!), and we all had a great time. Our driver was knowledgeable and put up with our silly group. The view at the top is worth it and the upside down trees are hands-down a unique treat for the eyes.
Fascinating view of the gardens with ride to summit and amazing upside down trees with floral arrangements.
Fascinating view of the gardens with ride to summit and amazing upside down trees with floral arrangements.
Great place if you like flowers and plants. Pretty colours of leaves and flowers. Bit scary trip to to of gardens lovely views and close up sights of vegetation. Good commentary on tour.
Great place if you like flowers and plants. Pretty colours of leaves and flowers. Bit scary trip to to of gardens lovely views and close up sights of vegetation. Good commentary on tour.
(Translated by Google) It was nice to go there, it's a shame it was raining and I thought the entrance fee was very expensive for how little I was going to enjoy because of the rain. Don't take photos
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Fue lindo ir hasta alli, lastima estaba lloviendo y me parecio la entrada muy costosa para lo poco que iba a disfrutar por la lluvia. No tome fotos
(Translated by Google) It was nice to go there, it's a shame it was raining and I thought the entrance fee was very expensive for how little I was going to enjoy because of the rain. Don't take photos
(Original)
Fue lindo ir hasta alli, lastima estaba lloviendo y me parecio la entrada muy costosa para lo poco que iba a disfrutar por la lluvia. No tome fotos
Simply amazing the work and thought that has gone into these gardens. The tour was informative and really interesting.
Simply amazing the work and thought that has gone into these gardens. The tour was informative and really interesting.
This little gem is small but well worth the few minutes to drive out. For a few bucks you can get a tour. Amazing.
This little gem is small but well worth the few minutes to drive out. For a few bucks you can get a tour. Amazing.
Loved the different flowers and the forest, hearing the history of the area, landslide, how roads were built.
Loved the different flowers and the forest, hearing the history of the area, landslide, how roads were built.
(Translated by Google) The forest is very beautiful.
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Muy bonito el bosque
(Translated by Google) The forest is very beautiful.
(Original)
Muy bonito el bosque
Better than I expected. The trolley guide was very funny if you listened. Beautiful place. Cool experience.
Better than I expected. The trolley guide was very funny if you listened. Beautiful place. Cool experience.
Beautiful place hiking trails resturant, and gift shop, native peoples operate and do history, it was an amazing experience.
Beautiful place hiking trails resturant, and gift shop, native peoples operate and do history, it was an amazing experience.
Really beautiful place. Loved ride up the hill. Amazing view of the valley from up there
Really beautiful place. Loved ride up the hill. Amazing view of the valley from up there
Heard this was a special place to visit. We agree. The owner bought, built, and continues to care and nurture this habitat. So glad we visited. On the visit one gets a one hour guided tour by golf cart up the mountain and back down to the starting point. Our tour guide Avery was fantastic. Highly recommend it.
Heard this was a special place to visit. We agree. The owner bought, built, and continues to care and nurture this habitat. So glad we visited. On the visit one gets a one hour guided tour by golf cart up the mountain and back down to the starting point. Our tour guide Avery was fantastic. Highly recommend it.
Loved this experience. You can tell the owners and team are passionate about what they do and we enjoyed supporting their work. Jordan, our guide, was hysterical and very knowledgeable. She also drives like a badass! This is a family-owned and run company which makes the experience even better.
Loved this experience. You can tell the owners and team are passionate about what they do and we enjoyed supporting their work. Jordan, our guide, was hysterical and very knowledgeable. She also drives like a badass! This is a family-owned and run company which makes the experience even better.
Wonderful and beautiful place! My son really loved the temperate rainforest.
Wonderful and beautiful place! My son really loved the temperate rainforest.
This is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to. If you are in Juneau I highly recommend this be a place to visit. You only need about an hour, so you can do other events in town as well. If you kiss out on this place, you didn't experience Juneau.
This is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to. If you are in Juneau I highly recommend this be a place to visit. You only need about an hour, so you can do other events in town as well. If you kiss out on this place, you didn't experience Juneau.
Great place and beautiful. Wish we had more time at the top. Spent more time at the shop that we didn't need and would be better suited up high
Great place and beautiful. Wish we had more time at the top. Spent more time at the shop that we didn't need and would be better suited up high
I rented a car so I could do 3 excursions in Juneau as I would not have time to see all of them if I did not and this was one of the places I went. I was not disappointed. People had negative things to say about not being able to take pictures outside without paying for admissions but that is understandable if you could take the picture and not go in you would and how could they maintain the beauty of this property? They should have a booth right outside to stop all of that. I also heard the best part is in the entrance and that was clearly said by a hater (person who paid admission only because they wanted to keep the photos they took without pying admission) or someone who had not been here. You get a guided tour in a golf cart and go up about 600 feet in elevation and get a phenomenal view while learning the history of this place. You also see tons of local fruit like salmon berries, blue berries and huckleberries. Ilias was our guide and he was very knowledgeable and gave us tons of local perspective on juneau and the garden.
I rented a car so I could do 3 excursions in Juneau as I would not have time to see all of them if I did not and this was one of the places I went. I was not disappointed. People had negative things to say about not being able to take pictures outside without paying for admissions but that is understandable if you could take the picture and not go in you would and how could they maintain the beauty of this property? They should have a booth right outside to stop all of that. I also heard the best part is in the entrance and that was clearly said by a hater (person who paid admission only because they wanted to keep the photos they took without pying admission) or someone who had not been here. You get a guided tour in a golf cart and go up about 600 feet in elevation and get a phenomenal view while learning the history of this place. You also see tons of local fruit like salmon berries, blue berries and huckleberries. Ilias was our guide and he was very knowledgeable and gave us tons of local perspective on juneau and the garden.
A unique and picturesque place! Gorgeous flowers, entertaining guides, and a great view from the top.
A unique and picturesque place! Gorgeous flowers, entertaining guides, and a great view from the top.
What can I say, it is an amazing place, beautiful gardens, incredible nature and on a top of the mountain you can observe peaceful Alaskan life down there. And the tour guide has an incredible stories, you discover a lot of new things and history.
What can I say, it is an amazing place, beautiful gardens, incredible nature and on a top of the mountain you can observe peaceful Alaskan life down there. And the tour guide has an incredible stories, you discover a lot of new things and history.
Excelent, beautiful and educational. We had a great guide, told us fascinating facts about this rainforest
Excelent, beautiful and educational. We had a great guide, told us fascinating facts about this rainforest
Folks there were informative and lots of nature at its finest. The Vista views were terrific!
Folks there were informative and lots of nature at its finest. The Vista views were terrific!
Amazing....take the tour. Some of my favorite views and the staff was epic. Our tour guide (I feel bad I don't remember his name) was full of fun "dad jokes". It was beautiful.
Amazing....take the tour. Some of my favorite views and the staff was epic. Our tour guide (I feel bad I don't remember his name) was full of fun "dad jokes". It was beautiful.
Surprised! What beautiful scenic views. The art of re-purposing fallen trees by flipping them and planting colorful flowers on top was awesome. We saw the fault line as well. Known as "thunder mountain" for all the noise it makes.
Surprised! What beautiful scenic views. The art of re-purposing fallen trees by flipping them and planting colorful flowers on top was awesome. We saw the fault line as well. Known as "thunder mountain" for all the noise it makes.
What a gem on our Alaska trip. Amazing views and beautiful forest landscapes. Deb our tour guide up the mountain was terrific full of tips and one liners.
What a gem on our Alaska trip. Amazing views and beautiful forest landscapes. Deb our tour guide up the mountain was terrific full of tips and one liners.
Amazing just amazing the tour was wonderful despite the rain and cold it is totally worth every penny
Amazing just amazing the tour was wonderful despite the rain and cold it is totally worth every penny
Excellent tour - beautiful artistry mixed in with nature- Tyler as our guide was very knowledgeable
Excellent tour - beautiful artistry mixed in with nature- Tyler as our guide was very knowledgeable
We hada truly wonderful time. The gardens are magical. It took a long time for us to get on a cart to get to the top of the mountain, but that was due to minimal staff. It would have been helpful to get more accurate wait times.
We hada truly wonderful time. The gardens are magical. It took a long time for us to get on a cart to get to the top of the mountain, but that was due to minimal staff. It would have been helpful to get more accurate wait times.
The Garden is very beautiful and definitely interesting. The tour was most enjoyable and interesting. Enjoyable for all ages and interests.
The Garden is very beautiful and definitely interesting. The tour was most enjoyable and interesting. Enjoyable for all ages and interests.
Nice place to visit beautiful foliage, very serene and calming. The ride to the top was an experience as we climbed 587 feet above seal level.
Nice place to visit beautiful foliage, very serene and calming. The ride to the top was an experience as we climbed 587 feet above seal level.
Beautiful place dedicated to preserving the native plants and trees. Rhododendrons we're amazing. Recommended.
Beautiful place dedicated to preserving the native plants and trees. Rhododendrons we're amazing. Recommended.
A hidden gem. The story behind the gardens just makes one say, "No way!" Absolutely gorgeous, such a creative mind. So worth the time to check out.
A hidden gem. The story behind the gardens just makes one say, "No way!" Absolutely gorgeous, such a creative mind. So worth the time to check out.
What a cool place!! So glad we took this tour. Beautiful forest, flowers and our guides were knowledgeable, friendly and hilarious.
What a cool place!! So glad we took this tour. Beautiful forest, flowers and our guides were knowledgeable, friendly and hilarious.
The gardens, forest, and mountain top views were gorgeous. It was a once in a lifetime type of view of the mountains. The guided tour was also very informative on the different plants of the forests.
The gardens, forest, and mountain top views were gorgeous. It was a once in a lifetime type of view of the mountains. The guided tour was also very informative on the different plants of the forests.
This wonderful place was fascinating and beautiful!!! It's a paradise with a way up to at least least 600ft above the sea. Beautiful gardens and ponds. Worth all your time.
This wonderful place was fascinating and beautiful!!! It's a paradise with a way up to at least least 600ft above the sea. Beautiful gardens and ponds. Worth all your time.
This garden is unlike anything I have ever seen. It is the work of one man who has achieved excellence.
This garden is unlike anything I have ever seen. It is the work of one man who has achieved excellence.
Fascinating place to visit. Narrated tram ride, about 30 minutes, goes up a trail about 600 feet. Beautiful sights everywhere. Tour ends with time in greenhouse. Highly recommend
Fascinating place to visit. Narrated tram ride, about 30 minutes, goes up a trail about 600 feet. Beautiful sights everywhere. Tour ends with time in greenhouse. Highly recommend
Loved it, the tram ride was great. Sarah Palin can see Russia from her house if she squints long enough and has an imagination like Tinkerbell from Disney, anything is possible; especially up on the higher elevation you go up on the tram. O yes, minus the mountains and distance.
Loved it, the tram ride was great. Sarah Palin can see Russia from her house if she squints long enough and has an imagination like Tinkerbell from Disney, anything is possible; especially up on the higher elevation you go up on the tram. O yes, minus the mountains and distance.
Could have stayed here all day .. beautiful and the waterfall.. spectacular. Pictures don't do any justice. Got to see and feel it. 🤩
Could have stayed here all day .. beautiful and the waterfall.. spectacular. Pictures don't do any justice. Got to see and feel it. 🤩
Wow! This garden was really enjoyable and Deb was a great tour guide! Even though we will miss the full bloom, we really enjoyed our visit!
Wow! This garden was really enjoyable and Deb was a great tour guide! Even though we will miss the full bloom, we really enjoyed our visit!
The effort put into the grounds and unique travel experience makes this a must-see! If you have a fear of heights, be forewarned that you may have a few moments of discomfort.
The effort put into the grounds and unique travel experience makes this a must-see! If you have a fear of heights, be forewarned that you may have a few moments of discomfort.
The place is unique and beautiful. The tour guide was awesome, and thier commitment to nature preservation is awesome.
The place is unique and beautiful. The tour guide was awesome, and thier commitment to nature preservation is awesome.
Unique and beautiful. A fun ride up and down the mountain, with a nice stop at an overlook. Fabulous gardens!
Unique and beautiful. A fun ride up and down the mountain, with a nice stop at an overlook. Fabulous gardens!
I really enjoyed my tour with Robert. He was full of info about the creation of the gardens and local plants. Very interesting place!
I really enjoyed my tour with Robert. He was full of info about the creation of the gardens and local plants. Very interesting place!
Unique garden and temperate rainforest site. Beautiful gardens with unique flower towers and a lovely golf cart tour through the property.
Unique garden and temperate rainforest site. Beautiful gardens with unique flower towers and a lovely golf cart tour through the property.
I was surprised by how much i enjoyed this rain forest tour. If you love nature you will absolutely love this gem.
I was surprised by how much i enjoyed this rain forest tour. If you love nature you will absolutely love this gem.
Beautiful gardens and a breathtaking view at the observation deck. Getting that’s and coming from there was a bit scary for me. The guide pointed out a lot of scenery that would of been missed if you focus too much on how high your going or the width of the road as I kept doing. I love the upside down trees and the anniversary pond.
Beautiful gardens and a breathtaking view at the observation deck. Getting that’s and coming from there was a bit scary for me. The guide pointed out a lot of scenery that would of been missed if you focus too much on how high your going or the width of the road as I kept doing. I love the upside down trees and the anniversary pond.
This is an Alaskan botanical garden located in the midst of the Tongass National Forest. Here you get to see upside-down trees with with colorful foliage from upturned Spruce and Hemlock trees. Guided tours aboard easily accessible shuttles escort you through the heart of the Alaskan temperate rainforest where you will learn all about this mesmerizing environment. Guided tours on shuttles carry you through the heart of the Alaskan temperate rainforest where you will learn all about this captivating environment. There are amazing scenic views of Juneau and Mendenhall valley from the top. You can peer into an active Alaskan bald eagle's nest from anywhere because of the camera pointed at it
This is an Alaskan botanical garden located in the midst of the Tongass National Forest. Here you get to see upside-down trees with with colorful foliage from upturned Spruce and Hemlock trees. Guided tours aboard easily accessible shuttles escort you through the heart of the Alaskan temperate rainforest where you will learn all about this mesmerizing environment. Guided tours on shuttles carry you through the heart of the Alaskan temperate rainforest where you will learn all about this captivating environment. There are amazing scenic views of Juneau and Mendenhall valley from the top. You can peer into an active Alaskan bald eagle's nest from anywhere because of the camera pointed at it
(Translated by Google) Magnificent garden, and very extraordinary in Juneau
(Original)
Magnifique jardin, et bien extraordinaire sur juneau
(Translated by Google) Magnificent garden, and very extraordinary in Juneau
(Original)
Magnifique jardin, et bien extraordinaire sur juneau
Russel did a wonderful job, providing interesting details mixed with a bit of humor, in regards to this beautiful and unique location.
Russel did a wonderful job, providing interesting details mixed with a bit of humor, in regards to this beautiful and unique location.
That was a real eye opener. Our guide was very informative. Good experience w a great view from on top!
That was a real eye opener. Our guide was very informative. Good experience w a great view from on top!
Top notch, MUST VISIT attraction!! The tour guide did a spectacular job. Fantastic vistas. If more stars could be given, this an attraction that would deserve many more!!! AWESOME
Top notch, MUST VISIT attraction!! The tour guide did a spectacular job. Fantastic vistas. If more stars could be given, this an attraction that would deserve many more!!! AWESOME
Great experience! Totally worth the price for an excursion. Really beautiful forest tour and the garden is gorgeous to see as they take you all the way up to the top then back down.
Great experience! Totally worth the price for an excursion. Really beautiful forest tour and the garden is gorgeous to see as they take you all the way up to the top then back down.
Steve had an incredible imagination when he designed this beautiful place. The tram ride thru the property is suitable for all.
Steve had an incredible imagination when he designed this beautiful place. The tram ride thru the property is suitable for all.
What a beautiful place to visit, make sure you have some time to just walk around and enjoy all this amazing place has to offer
What a beautiful place to visit, make sure you have some time to just walk around and enjoy all this amazing place has to offer
This was a great experience and we learned a lot about the local flora & fauna. Our guide, Alyssa, was friendly and knowledgeable. Overall a great experience!~
This was a great experience and we learned a lot about the local flora & fauna. Our guide, Alyssa, was friendly and knowledgeable. Overall a great experience!~
It rains everyday, so plan on getting wet, but it's worth to experience this unique temperate rainforest garden!
It rains everyday, so plan on getting wet, but it's worth to experience this unique temperate rainforest garden!
It's quite a unique idea to have flower arrangements at the top of upside-down trees 😮
It's quite a unique idea to have flower arrangements at the top of upside-down trees 😮
Stunning gardens in a rainforest. Guided tram tour was awesome. Great view from atop.
Stunning gardens in a rainforest. Guided tram tour was awesome. Great view from atop.
Upside down trees with beautiful flower gardens in a wonderful rain forrest
Upside down trees with beautiful flower gardens in a wonderful rain forrest
Loved the tour! Loved the greenhouse atmosphere! Such an amazing and beautiful place. A must see!
Loved the tour! Loved the greenhouse atmosphere! Such an amazing and beautiful place. A must see!
A must stop in Juneau. This beautiful and intriguing garden needs to be visited
A must stop in Juneau. This beautiful and intriguing garden needs to be visited
(Translated by Google) Yer Gesham nature reserve, beautiful, highly recommended
(Original)
שמורת טבע של יער גשם,יפה מאוד מומלץ
(Translated by Google) Yer Gesham nature reserve, beautiful, highly recommended
(Original)
שמורת טבע של יער גשם,יפה מאוד מומלץ
Enjoyed the tour very much our guide was informative and very good
The flowers are really beautiful
Enjoyed the tour very much our guide was informative and very good
The flowers are really beautiful
My family and I had so much fun experiencing this unique place. The gardens are gorgeous, it’s very accessible for those with mobility issues, and the tram operator/tour guide was super knowledgeable. It’s great for kids and adults.
My family and I had so much fun experiencing this unique place. The gardens are gorgeous, it’s very accessible for those with mobility issues, and the tram operator/tour guide was super knowledgeable. It’s great for kids and adults.
Beautiful, I loved seeing all the flowers. I went as part of a tour so I didn’t have to pay the entrance fee but $25 to get in seems a but overpriced. However it was beautiful place to see flowers from upside down trees.
Beautiful, I loved seeing all the flowers. I went as part of a tour so I didn’t have to pay the entrance fee but $25 to get in seems a but overpriced. However it was beautiful place to see flowers from upside down trees.
Absolutely amazing. Fantastic drive to the top. Great commentary along the way.
Absolutely amazing. Fantastic drive to the top. Great commentary along the way.
Wow oh wow! The trails are well maintained. The accommodations are well kept.
Wow oh wow! The trails are well maintained. The accommodations are well kept.
I had a wonderful time at the Glacier Gardens Rainforest. I was amazed at the size of the trees. Check out the Upside down gardens! Truly a must see.
I had a wonderful time at the Glacier Gardens Rainforest. I was amazed at the size of the trees. Check out the Upside down gardens! Truly a must see.
Super fun and unique experience! Our tour guide, Jasz, was incredibly knowledgeable about the geography, ecology, and history of Juneau. She was also very friendly and personable. The tour itself was fairly quick but well worth the sights and the beautiful scenery. Also make sure to stop by the Cafe! They make a mean chai latte.
Super fun and unique experience! Our tour guide, Jasz, was incredibly knowledgeable about the geography, ecology, and history of Juneau. She was also very friendly and personable. The tour itself was fairly quick but well worth the sights and the beautiful scenery. Also make sure to stop by the Cafe! They make a mean chai latte.
First time visiting the botanical garden on an excursion from the Alaska cruise. Very interesting and educational of the rainforest in Alaska for us. Enjoyed the visit overall!
First time visiting the botanical garden on an excursion from the Alaska cruise. Very interesting and educational of the rainforest in Alaska for us. Enjoyed the visit overall!
I was so very much pleased that my daughter set up this place on our cruise. I loved to watch places like this on TV but I never thought that I would get to see them in person. Such a beautiful sight to see.
I was so very much pleased that my daughter set up this place on our cruise. I loved to watch places like this on TV but I never thought that I would get to see them in person. Such a beautiful sight to see.
The Glacier Gardens was the most beautiful, tranquil and amazing little spot to visit. The owner, Steven was such a nice man ... he surly has an awesome eye for plants and the upside-down flowering trees. This botanical garden oasis is located within the Tongass National Forest and in my opinion is a MUST SEE while in Juneau, AK!
The Glacier Gardens was the most beautiful, tranquil and amazing little spot to visit. The owner, Steven was such a nice man ... he surly has an awesome eye for plants and the upside-down flowering trees. This botanical garden oasis is located within the Tongass National Forest and in my opinion is a MUST SEE while in Juneau, AK!
The Glacier Rain Gardens,
This place Is spectacular , it has everything it advertises and a whole lot more. We were 1st introduced to the gardens and it's story of becoming a glacier rainforest garainforest garden, buy a very well spoken young man young man. He then led us up to the areas of the upside Down trees . He told us the story, about how the owner was so frustrated with a with a particular tree that he took the tree with his Excavator turned it upside down and planted it into the ground.
That began all of the beautiful upside down growing trees in the glacier rainforest.
We were then escorted on to open air , but glass topped, tour busses.
We went for a drive all the way up to the top of the lookout where you can see everything.. You can look down and see all of Juneau Alaska.
I recommend this to anybody who goes to Alaska
The Glacier Rain Gardens,
This place Is spectacular , it has everything it advertises and a whole lot more. We were 1st introduced to the gardens and it's story of becoming a glacier rainforest garainforest garden, buy a very well spoken young man young man. He then led us up to the areas of the upside Down trees . He told us the story, about how the owner was so frustrated with a with a particular tree that he took the tree with his Excavator turned it upside down and planted it into the ground.
That began all of the beautiful upside down growing trees in the glacier rainforest.
We were then escorted on to open air , but glass topped, tour busses.
We went for a drive all the way up to the top of the lookout where you can see everything.. You can look down and see all of Juneau Alaska.
I recommend this to anybody who goes to Alaska
Didn't even realize it was the owner chatting with us about the view, what a personable guy and what a neat idea!
Didn't even realize it was the owner chatting with us about the view, what a personable guy and what a neat idea!
What a stunning experience. The knowledgeable staff provided engaging stories about how the gardens came to be. It is so clear they love each leaf and flower of this remarkable forest.
It's a great way to see the Tongass Rainforest in comfort, and get a great view of Juneau.
What a stunning experience. The knowledgeable staff provided engaging stories about how the gardens came to be. It is so clear they love each leaf and flower of this remarkable forest.
It's a great way to see the Tongass Rainforest in comfort, and get a great view of Juneau.
The owner, designer is very passionate person. Amazing views- tons of information about the local foliage. A must in Juneau
The owner, designer is very passionate person. Amazing views- tons of information about the local foliage. A must in Juneau
A wonderful tour of gardens and a forest replanted after a terrible mudslide in the mid 1980s
A wonderful tour of gardens and a forest replanted after a terrible mudslide in the mid 1980s
A fun place. A team ride up to a scenic overlook. Upside down trees are cool.
A fun place. A team ride up to a scenic overlook. Upside down trees are cool.
Love the guided tour and the trip up the mountain. Such a beautiful place with every nook and cranny attended to with care. The staff is amazing and the views are gorgeous. Best information about nature in Alaska on our trip.
Love the guided tour and the trip up the mountain. Such a beautiful place with every nook and cranny attended to with care. The staff is amazing and the views are gorgeous. Best information about nature in Alaska on our trip.
This was a very unique, beautiful andinteresting place to visit. I was a tourist so I learned a lot, saw new things, enjoyed the steep ride up and down the mountain and loved the views. I would return if I were a local to see the additions. As a visitor, I would add the stop to my list again. I will encourage friends to visit if they travel to the area.
This was a very unique, beautiful andinteresting place to visit. I was a tourist so I learned a lot, saw new things, enjoyed the steep ride up and down the mountain and loved the views. I would return if I were a local to see the additions. As a visitor, I would add the stop to my list again. I will encourage friends to visit if they travel to the area.
Absolutely beautiful and amazing. The owners have really made this place gorgeous!!!
Absolutely beautiful and amazing. The owners have really made this place gorgeous!!!
Enjoy a tram ride through a gorgeous landscape and picturesque views while learning about the intriguing history of how it came to be. Friendly guides who will tell you about the unique ecosystem that exists and post-glacial rebound.
Enjoy a tram ride through a gorgeous landscape and picturesque views while learning about the intriguing history of how it came to be. Friendly guides who will tell you about the unique ecosystem that exists and post-glacial rebound.
Very cool. Didn't know what to expect but the view at the top of the mountain was well worth it. We lucked out the day of cruise ship was it Juneau it was sunny and 55, perfect.
Very cool. Didn't know what to expect but the view at the top of the mountain was well worth it. We lucked out the day of cruise ship was it Juneau it was sunny and 55, perfect.
The entire garden (inside and out) are lush and beautiful. Especially notice the upsidedown trees. They grow flowergardens where the original roots are.
The entire garden (inside and out) are lush and beautiful. Especially notice the upsidedown trees. They grow flowergardens where the original roots are.
The gardens both inside and out we're amazing. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and funny.
The gardens both inside and out we're amazing. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and funny.
Loved this place. This is privately owned by a gentleman named Steve. He and his wife bought this property years ago after a mud slide on the property that wiped out an old farm on the foot hill of the property! He bought an excavator and proceeded to completely renovate the property! You can see the pride he and his deceased wife have and had in the creative landscape. Take note of the upside down trees used as planters. We were taken 600 ft up the mountain by covered recreational vehicles up the roads created by the use of the excavator and crews. The sites at the top gives the most amazing views of the island. The tour guide was was passionate about the gardens as he explained the history. I highly recommend this place for the views and the history and the transformation of this property!
Loved this place. This is privately owned by a gentleman named Steve. He and his wife bought this property years ago after a mud slide on the property that wiped out an old farm on the foot hill of the property! He bought an excavator and proceeded to completely renovate the property! You can see the pride he and his deceased wife have and had in the creative landscape. Take note of the upside down trees used as planters. We were taken 600 ft up the mountain by covered recreational vehicles up the roads created by the use of the excavator and crews. The sites at the top gives the most amazing views of the island. The tour guide was was passionate about the gardens as he explained the history. I highly recommend this place for the views and the history and the transformation of this property!
Had a great time on this beautiful tour. Our tour guide Deb was so fun and knowledgeable!
Had a great time on this beautiful tour. Our tour guide Deb was so fun and knowledgeable!
Glacier Gardens is a unique place to visit. A remarkable variety of plants to see and learn about. A 16 passenger provides a covered ride through out the Gardens to a senior overlook Your driver provides a running commentary about the creation of the place and the flora in it. I would like to see it again on a sunny day.
Glacier Gardens is a unique place to visit. A remarkable variety of plants to see and learn about. A 16 passenger provides a covered ride through out the Gardens to a senior overlook Your driver provides a running commentary about the creation of the place and the flora in it. I would like to see it again on a sunny day.
(Translated by Google) I hope you go and see it before the ice all melts.
(Original)
얼음이 다 녹기전에 꼭 가서 구경하시면 좋겠어요.
(Translated by Google) I hope you go and see it before the ice all melts.
(Original)
얼음이 다 녹기전에 꼭 가서 구경하시면 좋겠어요.
Beautiful gardens and rainforest. Shuttle ride up to about 600', fabulous views!
Beautiful gardens and rainforest. Shuttle ride up to about 600', fabulous views!
Wow! What a special place and experience. The whole team at Glacier Gardens made me feel welcome and they were excited to share this incredible place with us.
The gardens were in all their splendor. Much planning was was taken to have plants blooming all over. The North American rainforest has a special place in my heart for me.
The pools in the creek and vegetation around them were beautiful to see. The culmination of the spectacular view at the top was nature at its best.
Wow! What a special place and experience. The whole team at Glacier Gardens made me feel welcome and they were excited to share this incredible place with us.
The gardens were in all their splendor. Much planning was was taken to have plants blooming all over. The North American rainforest has a special place in my heart for me.
The pools in the creek and vegetation around them were beautiful to see. The culmination of the spectacular view at the top was nature at its best.
Awesome place!!
Must visit when in Juneau. Takes about an hour.
Super views from the top. Nice informative guide.
Awesome place!!
Must visit when in Juneau. Takes about an hour.
Super views from the top. Nice informative guide.
Very fun experience. By far the best experience I’ve had at a botanical garden. Our guide was great and very knowledgeable. Our group boarded a large vehicle designed for viewing the rainforest and we ascended to the top of the mountain, weaving through the private grounds of the gardens and bordering on the Tongass national rainforest. Beautiful view on top of Juneau, Douglas and admiralty in the distance. Definitely recommend. Definitely worth the money.
Very fun experience. By far the best experience I’ve had at a botanical garden. Our guide was great and very knowledgeable. Our group boarded a large vehicle designed for viewing the rainforest and we ascended to the top of the mountain, weaving through the private grounds of the gardens and bordering on the Tongass national rainforest. Beautiful view on top of Juneau, Douglas and admiralty in the distance. Definitely recommend. Definitely worth the money.
A beautiful and very different garden experience. The story about this place is cool. You are driven around the property and up 580 feet to an amazing view over the valley and the airport.
A beautiful and very different garden experience. The story about this place is cool. You are driven around the property and up 580 feet to an amazing view over the valley and the airport.
A beautiful and unique garden, alongside one of the most stunning vistas I’ve ever seen. Offered as part of many cruise ship off-boat tours, highly recommended when in Juneau.
A beautiful and unique garden, alongside one of the most stunning vistas I’ve ever seen. Offered as part of many cruise ship off-boat tours, highly recommended when in Juneau.
Such beautiful views and scenery from top to bottom. Tyler was our tour guide. He was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Such beautiful views and scenery from top to bottom. Tyler was our tour guide. He was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Beautiful plants and flowers. Relaxing and informative ride to the top for some gorgeous views. Plenty of room to relax and buy a coffee and snacks at the bottom. And don't miss the live eagle nest cam.
Beautiful plants and flowers. Relaxing and informative ride to the top for some gorgeous views. Plenty of room to relax and buy a coffee and snacks at the bottom. And don't miss the live eagle nest cam.
Glacier Garden Rainforest Adventure was so much fun! And much better than I thought. I naively didn't read up on it, and I assumed we were just walking around a garden. But boy was I wrong! My hubby informed me that they actually take you on a tour! It was well worth the money and fascinating to learn all about this place. It takes about an hour trip and you can always wander around the garden before on the tour.
Glacier Garden Rainforest Adventure was so much fun! And much better than I thought. I naively didn't read up on it, and I assumed we were just walking around a garden. But boy was I wrong! My hubby informed me that they actually take you on a tour! It was well worth the money and fascinating to learn all about this place. It takes about an hour trip and you can always wander around the garden before on the tour.
Pleasantly surprised by this amazing tour. We really weren’t sure what to expect, but this is one of the coolest tours. All the land scape and the beauty of Alaska in this tour.
Russell does an amazing job. Felt pretty lucky to get him as our tour guide.
Pleasantly surprised by this amazing tour. We really weren’t sure what to expect, but this is one of the coolest tours. All the land scape and the beauty of Alaska in this tour.
Russell does an amazing job. Felt pretty lucky to get him as our tour guide.
Really unique and creative spin on designing nature. Our guide was awesome and the place was refreshing and beautiful!
Really unique and creative spin on designing nature. Our guide was awesome and the place was refreshing and beautiful!
Beautiful Place! The tour and our tour guide was awesome. I'll go to the garden again and again because it's well worth every trip, even when it's raining (as it does frequently in Juneau).
Beautiful Place! The tour and our tour guide was awesome. I'll go to the garden again and again because it's well worth every trip, even when it's raining (as it does frequently in Juneau).
I highly recommend this tour. Walking in to the greenhouse, I was blown away by the gorgeous hanging baskets and the pleasant scent of flowers. We took the golf cart tour and our guide, Russell was incredibly knowledgable about all the plants we passed. He gave us a history of how these upside down tree gardens came to be and made the drive up the steep mountain enjoyable. The view at the top of the tour was incredible too. It's a bit out of the way, but I'm so glad we went. If you're on the fence about visiting Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure, definitely go!
I highly recommend this tour. Walking in to the greenhouse, I was blown away by the gorgeous hanging baskets and the pleasant scent of flowers. We took the golf cart tour and our guide, Russell was incredibly knowledgable about all the plants we passed. He gave us a history of how these upside down tree gardens came to be and made the drive up the steep mountain enjoyable. The view at the top of the tour was incredible too. It's a bit out of the way, but I'm so glad we went. If you're on the fence about visiting Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure, definitely go!
This was a unique and beautiful experience. The setup of the Glacier gardens was really nice and the view from the platform was phenomenal.
This was a unique and beautiful experience. The setup of the Glacier gardens was really nice and the view from the platform was phenomenal.
Simply beautiful with stunning views of the harbor.
Upside down trees with planted flowers are unique and you can tell that the owner, Steve, puts his heart and soul into the property. It must be contagious because all of the staff seem excited to be there, it truly shoes.
Simply beautiful with stunning views of the harbor.
Upside down trees with planted flowers are unique and you can tell that the owner, Steve, puts his heart and soul into the property. It must be contagious because all of the staff seem excited to be there, it truly shoes.
The Rain Forest was something to see! I always thought of rain forest as in the jungles, but they get 13 feet of water every year here in Alaska?
The Rain Forest was something to see! I always thought of rain forest as in the jungles, but they get 13 feet of water every year here in Alaska?
Beautiful! Very creative displays! I love the hanging flowers and umbrellas!
Beautiful! Very creative displays! I love the hanging flowers and umbrellas!
The upside down trees are beautiful and functinal. We highly recommend taking a look.
The upside down trees are beautiful and functinal. We highly recommend taking a look.
Fabulous place to visit. Rainforest, botanical gardens and views. Excellent guides with knowledgeable and passionate narration. And to top it all - an eagle's nest with two nearly mature young. Like I said - fabulous!!
Fabulous place to visit. Rainforest, botanical gardens and views. Excellent guides with knowledgeable and passionate narration. And to top it all - an eagle's nest with two nearly mature young. Like I said - fabulous!!
Will never see any thing like this in the lower 49 states /great ride up the mountain
Really fantastic guides /views ever where
Glad we stopped
Will never see any thing like this in the lower 49 states /great ride up the mountain
Really fantastic guides /views ever where
Glad we stopped
Eugene was our tour guide and he couldn't have made it any better! He made our tour just wonderful. Super educational and plenty of laughs. I couldn't be happier.
Eugene was our tour guide and he couldn't have made it any better! He made our tour just wonderful. Super educational and plenty of laughs. I couldn't be happier.
If you have a chance to go here, DO NOT MISS IT! Absolutely breathtaking and inspiring and beautiful ❤ this was the highlight of our alaskan cruise and convinced me to come back soon (and hopefully move there someday)
If you have a chance to go here, DO NOT MISS IT! Absolutely breathtaking and inspiring and beautiful ❤ this was the highlight of our alaskan cruise and convinced me to come back soon (and hopefully move there someday)
Well worth the trip. Very well qualified guides. Limited required walking. Assistance available.
Well worth the trip. Very well qualified guides. Limited required walking. Assistance available.
Original idea for hanging baskets, set in stunning grounds with fantastic views from the top. Worth a visit.
Original idea for hanging baskets, set in stunning grounds with fantastic views from the top. Worth a visit.
These guys love their jobs! From the very eclectic and lovable upside down trees with their exquisite flower arrangements to the lovable and friendly staff.... this was a great stop!
These guys love their jobs! From the very eclectic and lovable upside down trees with their exquisite flower arrangements to the lovable and friendly staff.... this was a great stop!
So beautiful...all of these trees growing in less than a foot of soil on top of bedrock.
So beautiful...all of these trees growing in less than a foot of soil on top of bedrock.
Really beautiful place. Zack at Alaska Galore Tours really took time to show us around the place.
Really beautiful place. Zack at Alaska Galore Tours really took time to show us around the place.
Very nice guided tour. Tour is a sit down open 15 person bus drive. Driver not only gave a routine speach, but was genuinely engaged with the true meaning of the service he was providing. Very knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Tour lasted approximately 1 hour.
Very nice guided tour. Tour is a sit down open 15 person bus drive. Driver not only gave a routine speach, but was genuinely engaged with the true meaning of the service he was providing. Very knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Tour lasted approximately 1 hour.
So beautiful and amazing. Don't miss this! The staff are all so nice, and the guides are fun.
So beautiful and amazing. Don't miss this! The staff are all so nice, and the guides are fun.
The story behind this garden is what makes it amazing. The owner is also the gardener and creator of everything you see. His heart is everywhere you look as you tour this beautiful garden. There were also Eagle chicks just born in a nest on his site. He has developed a true haven and natural habitat for the plants and animals.
The story behind this garden is what makes it amazing. The owner is also the gardener and creator of everything you see. His heart is everywhere you look as you tour this beautiful garden. There were also Eagle chicks just born in a nest on his site. He has developed a true haven and natural habitat for the plants and animals.
Breathtaking gardens in a unique setting. Ride through a rain forest to magnificent panoramic view of Gastineu Bay. Knowledgable and friendly staff.
Breathtaking gardens in a unique setting. Ride through a rain forest to magnificent panoramic view of Gastineu Bay. Knowledgable and friendly staff.
Beautiful landscape! The upside down trees are amazing. Steve puts a lot of effort into this place and it shows. The employees are all very nice.
Beautiful landscape! The upside down trees are amazing. Steve puts a lot of effort into this place and it shows. The employees are all very nice.
This hidden jewel rises approximately 600 feet to its summit and is located in between the Mendenhall Glacier and Juneau proper. We were lucky to have a gorgeous sunny day for our visit. Outside the garden gift shop is your stating point. First you'll find several of the featured upside down trees with their root ball above you, overflowing with planted flowering plants, ferns and other varieties of vegetation. Then you'll board your open carts for the guided steep, twisting ride up through incredible rain forest, which is an awesome adventure by itself. When you get to the top yo have a short walk up to the summit deck overlook, that has spectacular views of the valleys, Juneau airport and the Mendenhall River. The trip back down to the garden shop and snack bar is just as exciting and enjoyable. The garden shop is very colorful with hanging flowers and open umbrellas. This was an enjoyable side trip and you'll take many photo's as memories of this photogenic site. Enjoy some of our pictures. If you get the chance we would encourage you to stop.
This hidden jewel rises approximately 600 feet to its summit and is located in between the Mendenhall Glacier and Juneau proper. We were lucky to have a gorgeous sunny day for our visit. Outside the garden gift shop is your stating point. First you'll find several of the featured upside down trees with their root ball above you, overflowing with planted flowering plants, ferns and other varieties of vegetation. Then you'll board your open carts for the guided steep, twisting ride up through incredible rain forest, which is an awesome adventure by itself. When you get to the top yo have a short walk up to the summit deck overlook, that has spectacular views of the valleys, Juneau airport and the Mendenhall River. The trip back down to the garden shop and snack bar is just as exciting and enjoyable. The garden shop is very colorful with hanging flowers and open umbrellas. This was an enjoyable side trip and you'll take many photo's as memories of this photogenic site. Enjoy some of our pictures. If you get the chance we would encourage you to stop.
(Translated by Google) During the cruise. Not enough time to see better.
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Durant la croisière. Pas assez de temps pour mieux voir.
(Translated by Google) During the cruise. Not enough time to see better.
(Original)
Durant la croisière. Pas assez de temps pour mieux voir.
An unexpected treat. A very interesting shore excursion; it was beautiful but not at its peak since the season for flowers was nearly over. It must be breathtaking earlier in the summer.
An unexpected treat. A very interesting shore excursion; it was beautiful but not at its peak since the season for flowers was nearly over. It must be breathtaking earlier in the summer.
Beautiful flowers and views. Well worth the trip. Such friendly people loving guides.
Beautiful flowers and views. Well worth the trip. Such friendly people loving guides.
Who would have ever thought there would be a rainforest in Alaska? Me either until we took this excursion with our cruiseship while in Juneau. One of the best excursions we took. Absolutely beautiful! Yes the inside passage (Juneau & Ketchikan in particular) have lots of rain just like the Pacific Northwest. If you're ever in Juneau Alaska this tour of Glacier Gardens is an absolute must.
Who would have ever thought there would be a rainforest in Alaska? Me either until we took this excursion with our cruiseship while in Juneau. One of the best excursions we took. Absolutely beautiful! Yes the inside passage (Juneau & Ketchikan in particular) have lots of rain just like the Pacific Northwest. If you're ever in Juneau Alaska this tour of Glacier Gardens is an absolute must.
(Translated by Google) This is an extraordinary place. The staff cultivates the garden carefully. Even dead trees can be used for planting. There are beautiful bouquets of flowers on the dead trees. It is worth seeing again and again.
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這是一個不平凡的地方 工作人員用心培養花園 連枯木也可用作裁種 出現枯樹上面有美麗花束 非常值得ㄧ看再看
(Translated by Google) This is an extraordinary place. The staff cultivates the garden carefully. Even dead trees can be used for planting. There are beautiful bouquets of flowers on the dead trees. It is worth seeing again and again.
(Original)
這是一個不平凡的地方 工作人員用心培養花園 連枯木也可用作裁種 出現枯樹上面有美麗花束 非常值得ㄧ看再看
Perfect day, sunny and warm...Beautiful forest and plants..
Very enjoyable!!
Perfect day, sunny and warm...Beautiful forest and plants..
Very enjoyable!!
Awesome, beautifully constructed, temperate rainforest paradise. The idea behind this land is genius, and the uptake and care that is put into is is apparent. I want to live here.
Awesome, beautifully constructed, temperate rainforest paradise. The idea behind this land is genius, and the uptake and care that is put into is is apparent. I want to live here.
(Translated by Google) Very beautiful landscapes
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Muy bonito los paisajes
(Translated by Google) Very beautiful landscapes
(Original)
Muy bonito los paisajes
A truly beautiful place. A must see if in Juneau. Its one-of-a-kind Flower Towers are imazing. We have really enjoyed the tour around the property. It's a really inspiring to hear about the founder of this place and his hard work. It is unlike anything you ever expected to find in Alaska.
A truly beautiful place. A must see if in Juneau. Its one-of-a-kind Flower Towers are imazing. We have really enjoyed the tour around the property. It's a really inspiring to hear about the founder of this place and his hard work. It is unlike anything you ever expected to find in Alaska.
Beautiful gardens. Old tree trunks turned up side down and flowers and plants planted in the trimmed roots. Steep trek up to the top in a 4 wheel drive vehicle ( 23%) grade. Wow! It was a little scary going up but worth the view. Ponds that were created, small waterfalls, natural foliage. So many things to see. Worth the stop and the gift shop was great. Loved all the upside down umbrellas on the ceiling.
Beautiful gardens. Old tree trunks turned up side down and flowers and plants planted in the trimmed roots. Steep trek up to the top in a 4 wheel drive vehicle ( 23%) grade. Wow! It was a little scary going up but worth the view. Ponds that were created, small waterfalls, natural foliage. So many things to see. Worth the stop and the gift shop was great. Loved all the upside down umbrellas on the ceiling.
Alaska surprised us in many ways but from the many places we have seen around the world, the Rain Forest - the size of North Carolina - was the most surprising by its place on Earth and by its beauty, but I am afraid it's probably the least known.
Seeing it should definitely be a must for whoever visits Alaska.
The visit is very well organized, the ride with those vehicles resembling to big golf carts on that very steep and sinuous road is sometimes scary, but if you have a driver/guide like the lady we had, you probably won't ever forget it. You learn a lot about the place, the flora, the lumberjack locals life and even - in our case - personal and family stories.
Alaska surprised us in many ways but from the many places we have seen around the world, the Rain Forest - the size of North Carolina - was the most surprising by its place on Earth and by its beauty, but I am afraid it's probably the least known.
Seeing it should definitely be a must for whoever visits Alaska.
The visit is very well organized, the ride with those vehicles resembling to big golf carts on that very steep and sinuous road is sometimes scary, but if you have a driver/guide like the lady we had, you probably won't ever forget it. You learn a lot about the place, the flora, the lumberjack locals life and even - in our case - personal and family stories.
Definitely a must-do! We did the tour on the golf cart with Robert, who was very informative and had lots of interesting stories. Felix was our guide inside and he was just as awesome! The gardens are amazing! They take you up the mountain to see some really good views. There is a little cafe, gift shop and restroom inside and lots of flowers every where!
Definitely a must-do! We did the tour on the golf cart with Robert, who was very informative and had lots of interesting stories. Felix was our guide inside and he was just as awesome! The gardens are amazing! They take you up the mountain to see some really good views. There is a little cafe, gift shop and restroom inside and lots of flowers every where!
A fun place to see some interesting upside tree gardens! There are tons of beautiful flowers, gorgeous upside down trees with mini gardens on top. There is even a tram tour that takes you above the forest to an amazing view of the Bay of Juneau. I had an amazing time taking photos of the flowers and wooden carvings. The gift shop was stocked and a beautiful place to enjoy tea or coffee.
A fun place to see some interesting upside tree gardens! There are tons of beautiful flowers, gorgeous upside down trees with mini gardens on top. There is even a tram tour that takes you above the forest to an amazing view of the Bay of Juneau. I had an amazing time taking photos of the flowers and wooden carvings. The gift shop was stocked and a beautiful place to enjoy tea or coffee.
They have a webcam of their own Eagles nest on their property which some can see from the ground. And then go into their gallery and see the eagles nest from the love video.
They have a webcam of their own Eagles nest on their property which some can see from the ground. And then go into their gallery and see the eagles nest from the love video.
By far, one of the most beautiful places to visit in Juneau. The tour guides friendly and informative. (Of course, some of the guides are more naturally fluent with their details, genuiness, and jokes; but, over-all, there's not a bad one in the bunch). The closest thing to a "Lower 48" Botanical Garden that you'll find in Alaska's Capital City. The fallen tree trunks, that have been planted upside down
/roots up, are breathtaking and truly unique; and, honestly, worth a trip to these Gardens
in and of themselves. The extra-large golf
styled carts provide a ride in comfort both up and down the large mountain trail and the view from the top; well, words are inadequate to describe the intrigue, inspiration, vastness, and beauty. Of course, sunny days are best and ideal; but, even "liquid sunshine" can be enjoyed on a cloudy day. After all, what's a rainforest without rain? It's gotta live up to its name from time-to-time😉 Regardless of the weather, the Glacial Gardens is a stop that
shouldn't be missed.
By far, one of the most beautiful places to visit in Juneau. The tour guides friendly and informative. (Of course, some of the guides are more naturally fluent with their details, genuiness, and jokes; but, over-all, there's not a bad one in the bunch). The closest thing to a "Lower 48" Botanical Garden that you'll find in Alaska's Capital City. The fallen tree trunks, that have been planted upside down
/roots up, are breathtaking and truly unique; and, honestly, worth a trip to these Gardens
in and of themselves. The extra-large golf
styled carts provide a ride in comfort both up and down the large mountain trail and the view from the top; well, words are inadequate to describe the intrigue, inspiration, vastness, and beauty. Of course, sunny days are best and ideal; but, even "liquid sunshine" can be enjoyed on a cloudy day. After all, what's a rainforest without rain? It's gotta live up to its name from time-to-time😉 Regardless of the weather, the Glacial Gardens is a stop that
shouldn't be missed.
This places was amazing.. And the staff was very friendly. Lots to see and explore. Highly recommended.
This places was amazing.. And the staff was very friendly. Lots to see and explore. Highly recommended.
What great flowers. You have to see the upside trees. Besides from my pic's
What great flowers. You have to see the upside trees. Besides from my pic's
Such a beautiful sight quickly melting. How can people not believe in global warming after seeing this evidence?
Such a beautiful sight quickly melting. How can people not believe in global warming after seeing this evidence?
Such an amazing place! Loved the narrative and the scenery was breath taking!
Such an amazing place! Loved the narrative and the scenery was breath taking!
Beautiful, innovative gardens. Clever use of natural resources. Bright spot on our trip.
Beautiful, innovative gardens. Clever use of natural resources. Bright spot on our trip.
A beautiful place with wonderful staff. The view at the end of the tour is astonishing. Has a fun little gift shop too :)
A beautiful place with wonderful staff. The view at the end of the tour is astonishing. Has a fun little gift shop too :)
Always a great experience, even when it's cold and wet! They have some really great displays and I love the upside down trees. They treat you well and you can grab a hot drink inside after the tour
Always a great experience, even when it's cold and wet! They have some really great displays and I love the upside down trees. They treat you well and you can grab a hot drink inside after the tour
A little overpriced, but we ended up on a private tour with a fun, knowledgeable guide. Amazing views from the top of the gardens.
A little overpriced, but we ended up on a private tour with a fun, knowledgeable guide. Amazing views from the top of the gardens.
I expected the Mendenhall Glacier. But until visiting Juneau, I had no idea it was in the midst of a rainforest. It was a great learning experience for all of us!
I expected the Mendenhall Glacier. But until visiting Juneau, I had no idea it was in the midst of a rainforest. It was a great learning experience for all of us!
Glacier Gardens was such a wonderful adventure. Would recommend to anyone. Absolutely beautiful, stunning grounds. The guides and personnel were very nice, courteous and funny. Learned that the second largest rainforest next to the Amazon is part of the gardens. I was there June, 2017.
Glacier Gardens was such a wonderful adventure. Would recommend to anyone. Absolutely beautiful, stunning grounds. The guides and personnel were very nice, courteous and funny. Learned that the second largest rainforest next to the Amazon is part of the gardens. I was there June, 2017.
Beautiful area. Would highly recommend visiting this place and taking the tour. Just visited on August 24, 2017.
Beautiful area. Would highly recommend visiting this place and taking the tour. Just visited on August 24, 2017.
Very cool tour and upside down trees. Also a great lookout point for pictures.
Very cool tour and upside down trees. Also a great lookout point for pictures.
Wow! Steve has done amazing things here. The flower towers alone are worth the visit, but the tour up the mountain gets you easily out in the wilderness of Alaska all from the comfort of a beautiful tram.
Wow! Steve has done amazing things here. The flower towers alone are worth the visit, but the tour up the mountain gets you easily out in the wilderness of Alaska all from the comfort of a beautiful tram.
This is a very interesting place. They take you up the side of a mountain in a large golf cart like vehicle. That doesn't sound scary but the mountain is very steep and the road is very narrow and the road is mostly many Bridges made out of the dead trees that came there as part of the landslide that created the place in the first place. Upside-down trees with flowers planted doesn't do it justice. They are absolutely beautiful! And the view at the top is spectacular.
This is a very interesting place. They take you up the side of a mountain in a large golf cart like vehicle. That doesn't sound scary but the mountain is very steep and the road is very narrow and the road is mostly many Bridges made out of the dead trees that came there as part of the landslide that created the place in the first place. Upside-down trees with flowers planted doesn't do it justice. They are absolutely beautiful! And the view at the top is spectacular.
Best kept secret tour. Exhilarating ride up to 600 foot view of Juneau while seeing the rainforest up close. Upside down tree planters were beautiful.
Best kept secret tour. Exhilarating ride up to 600 foot view of Juneau while seeing the rainforest up close. Upside down tree planters were beautiful.
This place is amazing! I timed it just right and got to take the tour by myself. Both guides were hilarious, knowledgable and very good at their job. I wasn't expecting to be driven around on the tour but it was nice as the road to the top is rather steep. The view was amazing and well worth $25. I would highly recommend this place to others if you are here visiting.
This place is amazing! I timed it just right and got to take the tour by myself. Both guides were hilarious, knowledgable and very good at their job. I wasn't expecting to be driven around on the tour but it was nice as the road to the top is rather steep. The view was amazing and well worth $25. I would highly recommend this place to others if you are here visiting.
This place is so beautiful. Highly recommend visiting if you are doing a cruise excursion or visiting. From the friendly staff, to the upside down trees with flowers, to the awesome views on top of property everything here is mind boggling in the most beautiful way!
This place is so beautiful. Highly recommend visiting if you are doing a cruise excursion or visiting. From the friendly staff, to the upside down trees with flowers, to the awesome views on top of property everything here is mind boggling in the most beautiful way!
Family owned, beautiful garden tour!! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, thorough and entertaining! We were taken in a golf cart up the mountain along a curvy path through lush forest to a pretty spectacular view at the top. Would highly recommend this tour if in Juneau!!
Family owned, beautiful garden tour!! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, thorough and entertaining! We were taken in a golf cart up the mountain along a curvy path through lush forest to a pretty spectacular view at the top. Would highly recommend this tour if in Juneau!!
Actually a lovely place to go for coffee in the afternoon and just hang out beautiful atmosphere
Actually a lovely place to go for coffee in the afternoon and just hang out beautiful atmosphere
We went in late May / early June time frame. We couldn't believe how much was in bloom at this time. The colors were incredible. A lot of work goes into maintenance. Also really liked the view from atop the property where you get a view of the city and fjord. The seaplane airstrip is something that you don't see every day either.
We went in late May / early June time frame. We couldn't believe how much was in bloom at this time. The colors were incredible. A lot of work goes into maintenance. Also really liked the view from atop the property where you get a view of the city and fjord. The seaplane airstrip is something that you don't see every day either.