About Ebner Falls
Ebner Falls is a named waterfall in Juneau County, Alaska, located about 1.7 miles northeast of Juneau. The U.S. Geological Survey records it on the Juneau B-2 SE 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle at 58°18′43″ N, 134°22′33″ W (58.31194, -134.37583). Historical sources also record the name Big Falls. Named features close by in the federal gazetteer include The Horn (ridge, 0.3 mi), Snowslide Gulch (valley, 0.3 mi), and Last Chance Basin (basin, 0.7 mi). The nearest other waterfall in this directory is Alaska Chief Falls, 1.4 miles to the east.
USGS gazetteer description: just above Last Chance Basin, 1 mi. W of Juneau, Coast Mts.
Name history: Named for William Ebner, 1853-1938, a mining operator from Wisconsin who organized the Ebner Gold Mining Co. with a stamping mill near the falls about 1896. In 1908 he sold the property and left Juneau. Big Falls was the early miners' name for these falls. The present name was not used until about 1900 (DeArmond, 1957, p. 17).
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25 visitor photos are available on the Google Maps listing.
Weather at Ebner Falls
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Live discharge in cubic feet per second (ft³/s). The gauge may be on a different stream than the falls; use the trend as a rough guide to how much water is running in the area.
Map and Directions
The marker shows the USGS-recorded position of Ebner Falls. Trailheads and parking can be some distance from the falls themselves, so plan your route with an up-to-date trail map.
Visitor Ratings
Ebner Falls holds a 4.8 average from 6 Google reviews. Distribution by star rating:
Named Landmarks Nearby
These named features from the USGS Geographic Names Information System lie within two miles of Ebner Falls. Stream positions mark the stream's mouth as recorded by USGS.
- The Horn — ridge, 0.3 mi
- Snowslide Gulch — valley, 0.3 mi
- Last Chance Basin — basin, 0.7 mi
- Granite Creek — stream, 1.0 mi
- Starr Hill — summit, 1.1 mi
- Silverbow Basin — basin, 1.1 mi
- Quartz Gulch (historical) — valley, 1.2 mi
- Salmon Creek Divide — ridge, 1.2 mi
Before You Visit
- Water levels change quickly. Flow is usually strongest after rain and during snowmelt; see the best time to visit waterfalls.
- Stay back from the brink and off wet rock. Our waterfall safety guide covers the most common hazards.
- Check land ownership and access before you go. Some named falls sit on private property or in areas without a maintained trail.
- Download offline maps and save the coordinates 58.31194, -134.37583. Use our waterfall hike packing list.
Waterfalls Near Ebner Falls
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ebner Falls located?
Ebner Falls is in Juneau County, Alaska, about 1.7 miles northeast of Juneau. Its coordinates are 58.31194, -134.37583 (58°18′43″ N, 134°22′33″ W).
What town is closest to Ebner Falls?
The closest town with 1,000 or more residents is Juneau, AK, about 1.7 miles away in a straight line. Driving distance is usually longer, so check the route before you go.
What waterfalls are near Ebner Falls?
The closest is Alaska Chief Falls (1.4 mi east). Others within reach include Suicide Falls (2.6 mi), Lost Rocker Falls (3.8 mi), and Grindstone Falls (8.0 mi).
Which USGS topographic map shows Ebner Falls?
Ebner Falls appears on the USGS Juneau B-2 SE 7.5-minute quadrangle. You can view it in The National Map viewer or download the US Topo sheet for offline navigation.