Book a small cruise ship or ferry south to Sullivan Island State Marine Park, easily accessible from Haines. A jaunt across the Lynn Canal will bring you to this isolated, small island located between Juneau and Haines. Just 20 miles from Haines, the sprawling 2,720-acre state park offers two bays with access. However, during…
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Sullivan Island State Marine Park
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Visit Mud Bay
Just south of Haines is Mud Bay, one of the best regions for wildlife viewing in Alaska. With a population of just 212 as of 2010 (which is an increase from 137 in 2000), it’s the perfect peninsula getaway. You’ll find it in the middle of Haines Borough on the Chilkat Peninsula, extending from…
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Alaska Wild Bear Photography
Haines is home to a variety of fantastic art galleries, including Alaska Wild Bear Photography featuring the work of Brian Staurseth. In addition to sharing his photography from around Alaska, Staurseth is also available for portraits, weddings—and even passport photos! Part art gallery curator and part available photographer, if you’re looking for a professional…
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Kiss a Reindeer at Kroschel
Have you ever kissed a reindeer? You’ll do that and meet a variety of other wildlife residents at the Kroschel Wildlife Center. Located just 38 miles from Haines and off the Haines Highway, take Mosquito Lake Road all the way to one of the most acclaimed preservation, conservation and wildlife education centers in the…