Canoeing, Kayaking activities in Juneau

1. Berners Bay

   • Juneau, USA
   • Activities › Canoeing, kayaking

   At the western end of Glacier Hwy, 40 miles from Juneau, is Echo Cove, where kayakers put in for paddles in the protected waters of Berners Bay. The bay, which extends 12 miles north to the outlets of the Antler, Lace and Berners Rivers, is ideal for an overnight trip or longer excursions up Berners River. The delightful USFS Berners Bay Cabin (NRRS: 877-444-6777) is an 8-mile paddle from Echo Cove. Alaska Boat & Kayak charges around US$120 for kayak transportation out to Echo Cove.

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2. Oliver Inlet

   • Juneau, USA
   • Activities › Canoeing, kayaking

   On Admiralty Island's northeast coast is Oliver Inlet State Marine Park. A 0.8-mile portage tramway connects the inlet to scenic Seymour Canal, known for one of the world's greatest concentrations of nesting bald eagles and a large population of brown bears. Seals, sea lions and whales also spend the summer feeding in the canal. The paddle to Oliver Inlet is 18 miles and involves crossing Stephens Passage, a challenging open-water crossing (for experienced kayakers only).

   At the south end of the portage tram from Oliver Inlet is the state's Seymour Canal Cabin, which rents for around US$25 a night and can be reserved through the DNR Public Information Center. To avoid the…

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