Gastineau Peak, Mountain summit in Juneau, United States.
Gastineau Peak is a mountain summit in the Coast Mountains that rises to 3,465 feet above Juneau. From the top, visitors can see across the surrounding peaks and water channels of Southeast Alaska's coastal landscape.
The peak was first surveyed and mapped by the United States Geological Survey in the early 20th century. This documentation helped establish the geographic record of the region's mountain landscape.
The peak serves as a central point for outdoor recreation in Southeast Alaska, connecting multiple trail systems used by local hiking communities.
The hike follows established trails that gain elevation steadily and requires several hours of walking time. Visitors can use the cable car system to skip the lower portion and start hiking higher up the mountain.
The trail passes several natural water sources at different elevations on the mountain. These springs allow hikers to refill their water supplies while ascending.
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