Adventures Nearby
| Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve
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The Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve was created by the State of Alaska in June 1982. The Preserve was established to protect and perpetuate the world's largest concentration of Bald Eagles and their critical habitat.
The combination of open water and plentiful food brings over 3,000 eagles into the Chilkat Valley beginning in early October and lasting until January. The peak of the gathering usually occurs in mid-November. Visitors to the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve need only drive 18 miles from Haines on the Haines Highway to find excellent eagle viewing areas. Newly-created pullouts along the highway are provided for eagle watchers and photographers. Interpretive displays, walking trails, and shelters now enhance the experience. Each winter during the months of November and December, photographers and nature lovers flock to the Chilkat Valley to view the spectacle of thousands of Bald Eagles as they gather at the Chilkat River Council Grounds to feed on a late run of chum salmon. This unique event is described more completely on the Alaska Bald Eagle Festival web page. |
| Eldred Rock Lighthouse
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First lit on June 1, 1906 and one of the remotest lighthouses in North America, the Eldred Rock Lighthouse was built after some disastrous shipwrecks in the vicinity, especially during the 1898 Gold Rush, when the Lynn Canal was full of steamships bringing miners to Skagway for their climb over Chilkoot Pass.
Eldred Rock is the oldest original Alaskan Lighthouse building. The octagonal building is constructed of the same huge timbers brought to the island by the US Government in 1905. The light was situated 91 feet above sea level and had a range of more than 15 miles. The fog signal was a first order, compressed air siren. In addition to the lighthouse and quarters, there is a boathouse, tramways and other small outbuildings used for storage and maintenance. There are currently no tours to Eldred Rock although some water tours get close enough for great photos ops. For more information about the lighthouse, visit the Sheldon Museum's Eldred Rock Lighthouse information page. |
| Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
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Just 15 minutes from Haines by air * One of the most popular wilderness parks in North America * Spectacular glaciers, alpine scenery, wildlife * Activities include glacier flightseeing, whale watching, day cruises, kayaking, hiking, fishing & camping Contact a Haines air service (go to flightseeing under Tours & Attractions), or contact us at the Haines Visitor Information Center. For more information on the Park, click on Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve. |
| Kluane National Park and Reserve of Canada | 3 hours north of Haines by highway * Discover the scenic beauty of the Yukon wilderness * Activities range from rafting the Alsek River to lakeside camping, Hiking - day and overnight, Mountaineering, Interpretive Programs, fishing, flightseeing & skiing * Contact a Haines travel agency (go to Getting To Haines), or contact the Visitor Reception Center in Haines Junction
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| Klukwan
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The original settlement of the Tlingits, Klukwan translates into "Eternal Village." This is a flourishing Alaska Native Community known for its rich cultural history and legacy of artwork. The new Klukwan Tribal Tour is the best and encouraged way to see and learn more about the village and its people. For reservations or more information call 907-767-5770. |
| Tatshenshini - Alsek Provincial Park | 1.5 hours north of Haines by highway * British Columbia's northern wilderness park, which encompasses the headwaters of two of North America's most exciting rivers for rafting & kayaking * Activities include rafting, kayaking, hiking, camping, fishing & skiing *To and From Haines)
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Golden Circle |
Spanning two countries and connected with a common history in the search for gold, The Golden Circle Route is the most unique and scenic drive in the world. Combined together, the communities of Haines, Haines, Junction, Whitehorse, Skagway, and Juneau make the perfect land sea package for the most memorable vacation full of wildlife, breathtaking beauty, history, and culture. Each community is a worthy destination in its own right. Although the trip can be made in one or two days, we highly recommend taking a few days exploring each location and let your own spirit of discovery take you on the adventures of a lifetime. Contact Us for a Golden Circle Brochure. For more information about all the communities along the Golden Circle Route, visit the Drive Yukon web site. Yukon InfoA trip to Haines often includes venturing north to our Yukon neighbors, especially those on a driving adventure. Be sure to check out Alaska road conditions and Yukon road conditions for weather and road maintenance updates. For travel information regarding what to see and do during your trip through the Yukon, visit the Travel Yukon web site. The US/Canadian border is 40 miles from downtown Haines. As of June 1, 2009, anyone entering the U.S. by air, land, or sea is required to have a valid passport. Currently, the requirements for entering Canada are still set at the levels of photo ID with birth certificate. This means, you may be able to cross the border into Canada but would not be able to re-enter the U.S. without a passport. Please be prepared if your travel plans include crossing the US/Canadian borders. For the latest border crossing information visit the US Customs and Border Protection web site. You may also contact the US Border office Dalton Cache at 907-767-5511 or the Canadian Border Pleasant Camp office at 907-767-5540. |
