What can you do?
More like, “What can’t you do!
Sitka is situated on the west side of Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago of the Pacific Ocean (part of the Alaska Panhandle). Sitka has a population of 8,458,[4] the fifth-most populated city in the state. Sitka is most known for its premiere fishing, both ocean and fresh water! One can catch beautiful King and Coho salmon, massive Halibut, tasty Rock Fish, Steelhead, and so much more! Sitka also offers everything from kayaking, hunting, wildlife tours, whale watching, biking, surfing, incredible hiking, delicious food and drink, back country skiing just to name a few of the limitless adventures you can get into in this amazing part of Alaska! Check the photos below for some ideas, and we have links to some of our favorites following the photos.
Sitka's Waterfront.
Explore the rich culture of the native Tlingit tribes- learn of their local history at the Sitka History Museum.
Winter activities include ice skating, back country skiing and trekking, and of course, sledding!
There are so many epic hikes in Sitka! Here is the view from the Gavan Shelter looking towards Harbor Mountain.
Catch and cook the most delicious local seafood you have ever tasted!
Fresh caught King Salmon.
We can recommend many fishing charters and tours.
The whale watching in Sitka is like no where else. Here a group of humpback whales bubble net feeding!
There is no shortage of spectacular hikes all around Sitka.
Visit the Fortress of the Bear, to learn all about Baranof's native brown bear population.
