Written by Craig Randall on June 19, 2007
- We opted to stay at the Raindancer Lodge, run by Raindancer Charters. This is the first year they've hosted guests at their place, opting to pocket the money instead of giving it to local hotels.The...
Written by Colewade on November 4, 2003
- The Tlingits survived undisturbed on this west coast of Chicagof Island until 1799 when the Russians arrived. Alexander Baranof, president of the Russian American Company, built a fort just north of the current ferry terminal....
Written by Colewade on November 4, 2003
- The smaller M/V Leconte takes the scenic route through many of the smaller villages of this region. This is the only way to see places like Tenakee Springs. The M/V Leconte takes 16 hours to...
Written by Colewade on November 4, 2003
- The Alaska Marine Highway is the only highway that connects all Southeastern Alaska towns. It's fairly easy to design your own customized point to point itinerary, but be mindful of departure and arrival times. First,...
Written by Colewade on November 4, 2003
- With all that Sitka has going for it you might ask why Sitka has not become the center of tourism and commerce for the entire region. After all, it had a 100 year head start....
Written by Goldprosp on August 6, 2002
- The Raptor Rehabilitation Center helps injured birds (mostly raptors) from all over the United States with medical attention and recovery. We saw some bald eagles, owls and a falcon. Hike the mile and a half...
Written by Adelaide on November 9, 2000
- Sitka is a Tlingit name that means 'by the sea.' Under the name of Novoarkhangelsk, it was the capital of Russian Alaska until the USA bought Alaska from the Russians in 1867. The acquisition of...
Written by Colewade on November 4, 2003
- The bus will be waiting when you arrive by ferry in Sitka SITKA FERRY SHUTTLE provides transportation to the downtown area or to accommodations May-Sept., $5 one way, $7 round-trip. For information, call Sitka Tours...
Written by Colewade on November 4, 2003
- Sitka is wonderfully walkable. Pick up a map at Centennial Hall. This walking tour will lead to all of the major attractions and many that you may not have heard about. Don't miss the...
Written by Goldprosp on August 6, 2002
- Sitka's harbor is quite picturesque. It has more than its share of towering mountains and numerous islands with many homes and lodges dotting the islands. The trip on the tenders is a pleasant entry into...
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