Aspen Hotels – Sitka
Just east of Sitka is Admiralty Island, easily accessible by boat or prop plane. Part of the Alexander Archipelago, the island is 90 miles long and just 35 miles wide. Making up 1,646 square miles, it’s the seventh biggest island in the country. Admiralty is one of the ABC islands in Alaska and is…
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Visit Admiralty Island
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Visit Sea Lion Cove
Located on Kruzof Island right off the Pacific Ocean, this destination can be easily accessed via boat or by taking the Kalinin Bay trail. It’s a favorite, short hike for locals, just 2.5 miles each way. Keep an eye on the weather when taking on this hike in the winter, as the area is…
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Top Soup in Sitka
Winters in Sitka can get pretty chilly, but they’re no match for a house-made soup from one of Sitka’s top restaurants. Ludvig’s, located at 256 Katlian St., even has their own “chowder wagon,” so you can always count on a sizzling hot cup or bowl of homemade goodness. They’re famous for their Ludvig’s Clam…
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Catch the “Tail” End of Humpback Whale Season
The great humpback whale migration off the shores of Sitka takes place July – late December. If you’re visiting Sitka for the holidays then you’ll be able to catch the last of the season, and one of the local whale tour companies can help ensure you get the best possible views. Every year, between…
