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Juneau, Alaska's capital and third largest city, has been called "Little San Francisco" by visitors. They may be exaggerating somewhat, but the town is beautiful, and its detailed, wooden architecture, lively street life, and cosmopolitan air are unique in Alaska. Travelers to Southeast shouldn't miss it, especially if the sun is shining. Juneau is the only state capital in the nation inaccessible by road, perfectly symbolizing Alaska's remoteness. Despite this fact, the town has long been firmly in touch with the world down south. State politics strongly influence the area, and excellent views are afforded by the observation platform on the eighth floor of the State Office Building. Free concerts are held on summer weekends in the park, and visitors can tour the now-defunct mines that helped found the town.

Juneau is a jumping-off point to many of Southeast's wonders. Most notable is Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, which people come from around the world to see. This three-million-acre expanse of land and water - both liquid and solid - is home to a vast array of wildlife and spectacular views. The chance to see glaciers calving before your eyes is not to be missed. Glacier Bay is about seventy miles from Juneau and is reachable only by air or water. Alaska cruises and flightseeing tours leave from Juneau regularly during the summer months. Other attractions outside of Juneau include Tenakee Springs, a tiny town with natural hot springs that had a severe fire a few years back, the Tlingit village of Hoonah, and Pack Creek Bear Refuge, located on Admiralty Island.

Locally, Juneau boasts a vast array of entertainment options, both natural and social. The summit of Mt. Roberts can be reached after a steep, four-mile hike, and Mendenhall Glacier provides spectacular up-close views from its hiking trails.

Art galleries dot the area, featuring the work of local artists, as do the several museums in town. Visitors can tour the Alaska Brewing Company, the Alaska State Museum, and the St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church. The lush, temperate rainforests and hills which run right up to the city limits offer an easy escape to all the outdoor activities the area provides.

The public sector and the tourism industry dominate the city's economy, thereby limiting the amount of seasonal fisheries work available. Taku Smokeries has a large processing facility and a retail outlet in downtown Juneau; this could be a source of employment. If you have time, enjoy some delicious smoked salmon from Taku Smokeries and go visit the DIPAC Hatchery on Channel Drive or the Sheep Creek Hatchery 2.5 miles south of town. Free transportation is available from downtown Juneau to the Nugget Mall on a shuttle bus; there is a bus transit system as well.

Juneau Information

Population: 31,000

Location: On Gastineau Channel at the base of Mt. Juneau.

Annual precipitation: 53.15 inches

July averages: Temperature 55.9 F; precipitation 4.09 inches

Inexpensive lodging: Juneau International Youth Hostel, (907) 586-9559, is located at the corner of 6th and Harris very close to everything downtown. Beds cost $10 per night or $7/night for AYH members (small chore required) with a maximum three-night stay. Make a reservation well in advance. Alaska Hotel, (800) 327-9347, 167 S Franklin Street, charges $56 for a single, $67 with a private bath.

Camping: Auke Village Campground, at Mile 15 on Glacier Highway, has campfire sites, water, and pit toilets for $8 per night. Sites at Mendenhall Lake Campground, twelve miles north of town on Montana Creek Road, cost $8 per night (keep your food out of a bear's reach).

Ferry terminal: Located at mile 13.5 on Glacier Highway

Airport: Nine miles out of town on Glacier Highway

Visitor Information: Log Cabin Visitors Information Center, (907) 586-2201 or (888) 581-2201 for vacationers

Chamber of Commerce: 8800 Glacier Highway Suite 112 1/2, Juneau, AK 99801; (907) 790-4601

Hospital: Bartlett Hospital, (907) 586-2611

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