Visit the interpretive center at Chilkat State Park | Things to Do in Haines, Alaska
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Chilkat State Park is located eight miles from Haines’ city center and spans more than 9,800 acres throughout the Alaskan wilderness, offering incredible views of the nearby Chilkat Inlet and Davidson and Rainbow Glaciers. Three main visitor trails are offered throughout the park, including the Seduction Pint Trail, Battery Point Trail, and high-elevation Mount Riley Trail. A boat launch provides access to spots for king salmon fishing, and several wildlife spotting scopes allow for viewing of whales, porpoises, and seals. 32 campground sites are offered at the park, including three beachfront tent sites. A log cabin interpretive center is also open to the public during the summer months, providing local informational and reference materials.

Address: Haines, AK 99827, Phone: 800-458-3579

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See Alaska’s wildlife up close at Kroschel Films Wildlife Center See the scenic Chilkoot River Hop aboard Haines-Skagway Fast Ferry See eagles at Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Visit the unique Hammer Museum Sample artisanal spirits at Port Chilkoot Distillery The American Bald Eagle Foundation Museum Spend a rainy day at Haines Borough Public Library Learn about the culture of the Haines region at Sheldon Museum and Cultural Center Observe wildlife at Chilkat River Go canoeing in Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Area Taste unique flavors at Haines Brewing Company Visit the interpretive center at Chilkat State Park See the artifacts at Jilkaat Kwaan Heritage Center Hike on Battery Point Trail Attend a lecture at Alaska Indian Arts in Haines Go fishing in Sullivan Island State Marine Park Enjoy wildlife watching in Saint James Bay State Marine Park Go on a tour with Rainbow Glacier Adventures LLC Go on a tour with Chilkat Guides, Ltd. Grab lunch at Mountain Market and Spirits Have breakfast at The Bamboo Room and Pioneer Bar Step back in time at Fort William H. Seward National Historic Landmark Play a round of golf at Valley of the Eagles Golf Links

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