Riverside Rotary Park is located off of Riverside Drive between the Mendenhall Loop Road and the Mendenhall River. The park has a paved accessible walking path around a small lake. Other facilities include benches, portable restroom, and a drinking fountain. The pond provides habitat for a variety of waterfowl including Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Bufflehead, and Hooded Merganser. Rare ducks, such as Canvasback and even Wood Duck have been seen at this pond. The adjacent vegetation provides habitat for a nice diversity of passerines.

Directions:

From the Glacier Highway turn north on Riverside Drive just before the Mendenhall River and drive approximately 1 mile to Riverside Rotary Park.

Trail Information:

•  An accessible paved trail circles Riverside Rotary Park.

Birding Resources:

• eBird Hotspot: Riverside Rotary Park (Mendenhall Valley)

Bird Species Checklist:

• Juneau checklist

Other Resources:

• Juneau Parks and Rec: Riverside Rotary Park