Tongass National Forest Facts: See from the Air in Alaska
Guests visiting the Taku Glacier Lodge experience firsthand the marvels of the untouched Juneau Icefield, surrounded by the Tongass National Forest. Soaring Above the Tongass: Alaska’s Temperate Rainforest from the Air The Tongass National Forest is full of surprising facts. It’s the largest temperate rainforest on Earth and covers much of Southeast Alaska—including Juneau. These…
Taku Glacier Lodge: Ways to Experience Pristine Alaskan Wilderness
Located in the Tongass National Forest, the Taku Glacier Lodge offers a rare chance to experience Alaska’s pristine wilderness as it was a century ago. Built in 1923 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the lodge is surrounded by towering glaciers, rugged landscapes, and abundant wildlife. Arrive by floatplane, where the journey…
What Is a Float Plane? An Overview of Features and Uses
Imagine soaring over crystal-clear waters, your aircraft gliding effortlessly before touching down on a remote lake, far from the constraints of concrete runways. That’s the magic of a float plane; a versatile aircraft fitted with buoyant pontoons, allowing it to take off and land on water. For decades, float plane travel has been a lifeline for remote communities, adventurers,…