Alpine Meadow Trail Segway Ride

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

What you will visit:

Scenic Segway Ride
Your eco-friendly Segway® X2 is easy to operate, and you'll travel caravan-style, led by a knowledgeable guide. After a brief training session, gear up with safety equipment and get acquainted with your "wheels" before heading out along a well-groomed gravel Nordic ski trail.

Treadwell Ditch Trail
Nestled within the Tongass National Forest, lucky hikers may see porcupine or deer while they pass by the large trees and wildflower-strewn alpine meadow. Learn about the fascinating history of the flora and fauna unique to Alaska's sub-alipine ecosystem as well the industrious miners who created the namesake ditch to create hydroelectric power.

What you will see along the way:
A 20-minute van ride from the pier takes you to the Segway base camp in picturesque Fish Creek Valley at Eaglecrest, Juneau's popular wintertime ski resort that boasts ski slopes with ocean views. While on your ride, you'll be treated to wonderful alpine scenery, the sounds of majestic eagles in flight, and endless snow-capped mountain vistas.

Photo Stops:
As you roll along the scenic trail, you'll stop at key vantage points for photos. At the halfway point, focus your lens on crystalline Fish Creek. An easy 10-minute walk along the historic Treadwell Ditch Trail offers a chance to photograph the pristine beauty of the rainforest while learning about Gold Rush Juneau's colorful history.

Snack:
Refresh during your trail exploration with a favorite local snack: salmon dip and crackers.

Special Notes:

Minimum age is 14 years and maximum age is 65 years. Maximum height is 4'; minimum weight is 100 lbs. and maximum weight is 250 lbs. Tour is not appropriate for pregnant women and guests with balancing issues. Stamina to use ankle and leg movements to control the Segway and ability to stand for the duration of the tour are required. Segway participants must remain alert to their surroundings, the condition of the terrain and possible traffic. Guests will walk along a graveled trail with some uneven terrain over a quarter mile.