Alaska Chief Falls
Alaska · height not recorded · Tongass National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Alaska Chief Falls is a waterfall in Juneau County, Alaska. Height has not been officially recorded. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Chief Falls (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Ebner Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Suicide Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Lost Rocker Falls | 3 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Grindstone Falls | 7 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Sweetheart Falls | 35 mi | — | — | — | — |
Questions visitors ask about Alaska Chief Falls
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Is Alaska Chief Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Alaska Chief Falls is inside Tongass National Forest. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Alaska Chief Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Tongass National Forest permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Alaska Chief Falls?
No entrance fee. Tongass National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Alaska Chief Falls from a major city?
Alaska Chief Falls is 8 miles from Juneau city and (about 11 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
58.3050, -134.3400
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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