Sitka is a unique town located on the Outer Coast in Southeast Alaska. Sitka’s open ocean brings waves, currents, and aquatic creatures, which create an amazing underwater world of extreme abundance and biodiversity, making it one of Alaska’s best places for water activities. This town is rich in culture and history and is perched on…
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Sitka’s Water Tours
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Building 29
Also known as the Tilson Building, Building 29 is one of the few structures that survived Alaska history’s Russian era. It was built in 1835 and is listed under the National Historic Landmarks. Building 29 is one of the few structures extant that bears witness to colonial ventures of Russia in present-day US territory. The…
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Julie Hughes Triathlon
Julie Hughes was a vibrant and energetic girl from Sitka who sadly passed away in 1985 at 15. She was known for her dedication and the positive attitude that she displayed throughout her life. Her loved ones and the rest of Sitka celebrate her memory on the third Saturday in May every year with the…
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Shore Excursions in Sitka, Alaska
Located on the Pacific side of the islands, Sitka offers a lot of recreational areas for several outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, hiking, sightseeing, teeming with wildlife, or experiencing cultures that have thrived in Sitka for decades. So if you’re an outdoor enthusiast and nature lover looking for an unusual getaway in Sitka, Any…