Haines, Alaska

Haines was chosen by Outside Magazine as one of America's top ten locations to live and play. Get an insider's look at what makes this town special as you travel to unusual and out-of-the-way attractions, such as the Hammer Museum and Extreme Dreams Art Studio.

Behold the majesty of a raptor in flight with a visit to the American Bald Eagle Foundation. Discover how they're trained, how they eat and how they can swoop in at speeds up to 200-miles-per-hour. Then, watch an eagle enjoy a hearty lunch while learning about America's national symbol.

Behold the majesty of a raptor in flight with a visit to the American Bald Eagle Foundation. Discover how they're trained, how they eat and how they can swoop in at speeds up to 200-miles-per-hour. Then, watch an eagle enjoy a hearty lunch while learning about America's national symbol.

Renowned naturalists, magnificent wildlife and an exploration of six ecosystems - ocean, estuary, river, lake, muskeg and rainforest - await in this area aptly nicknamed the "Valley of the Eagles."

Grab your passport and get ready to travel the Haines Highway to the alpine tundra area of Haines Summit in Yukon, Canada. Along the way, enjoy a drive through Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, dramatic scenery, stop for photos, and enjoy tales of local history and culture.

Grab your passport and get ready to travel the Haines Highway to the alpine tundra area of Haines Summit in Yukon, Canada. Along the way, enjoy a drive through Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, dramatic scenery, stop for photos, and enjoy tales of local history and culture.

Behold the unparalleled beauty of the Chilkat Valley with a leisurely scenic tour designed for small groups. Capture the unequalled sights of your spectacular setting with plenty of photo stops. And keep your eyes open for marine mammals like harbor seals and bald eagles soaring through the Alaska sky.

Experience a limited, but quintessential Alaska adventure with an opportunity to get an up-close view of hungry bruins dining on salmon during the evening in the Chilkoot Valley on this late afternoon departure of Tour 420. This first-hand look at the food chain in action is only offered during salmon spawning season in August.

Set off on a leisurely bike ride along the ocean inlet to Chilkoot Lake. Photo opportunities abound on this breathtaking getaway.

Discover a picturesque town that few have the chance to experience. Haines promises pristine beauty surrounded by abundant wildlife - from the Chilkat River to the Chilkoot Lake. You'll tour the American Bald Eagle Foundation and snack on locally caught salmon.

Experience the native culture of the Tlingit people on this unique visit to Klukwan, the mother village of the Tlingit Nation. Enjoy a guided walk as you learn the village's history and the villager's traditions. Visit the clan house, hear stories, watch a rousing performance, and witness highly prized Native art.

Lace up your boots and get ready for a trek along Battery Point Hiking Trail, which follows the shoreline and promises breathtaking mountain and ocean views. Led by a naturalist guide, you're sure to learn about the area's flora and fauna as you make your way to a picnic on the beach.

Join professional sea kayak guides on a tour of Chilkoot Lake, home to Pacific salmon, bald eagles, waterfowl and brown bears.

Get active in Haines' great frontier beginning with a bike ride along a scenic coastal path to the Battery Point Trailhead. Here, you'll hike through a beautiful rainforest that ends at a secluded beach. Back on the bike, you'll pedal to the Haines Brewing Company to sample locally brewed beers.

Haines is known for its wildlife and stunning natural surroundings. This small group tour is for those that have a "smart phone" and want to learn how to take better pictures as well as for serious photographers.

Glide along the calm waters of the Chilkoot Lake in a Voyageur canoe on a wilderness adventure that offers incredible wildlife viewing in a lush setting. An expert naturalist accompanies your 1.5-hour float. Explore secret coves, salmon-spawning streams and thundering waterfalls. Enjoy a picnic-style lunch at a private beach.

Embark on a close encounter of the wild kind as you visit Kroschel Wildlife Center. This is a guaranteed wildlife tour offering the chance to see and photograph Alaska animals such as a Kodiak bear, wolves and wolverines.

Reach new heights on the ultimate rock climbing adventure! Join professional Alaska mountain guides on the rocky crags of the Chilkat Valley and scale three to four different routes with varying difficulty ratings. Refresh with hot cocoa and a snack while taking in the breathtaking views.

Float silently down the river as you witness the wildlife and breathtaking beauty of the renowned Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve.

Rev your engines on an exciting Razor-style UTV adventure through the remote Alaska wilderness and along trails with scenic mountain and river views. Bring a camera, as you'll stop at several viewpoints overlooking the Klehini, Tsirku, and Chilkat River Valleys. Savor a picnic lunch amidst this stunning scenery.

A motorized boat tour deep into the heart of the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve offers a true wilderness experience. Eagles, moose and bear are often sighted for a once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity. The scenery alone is worth the trip for your very own Alaska wilderness experience.

Get ready for a whale of an excursion! Witness Mother Nature's majesties as you cruise the waters of the northern Inside Passage. Humpbacks, sea lions, ice fields and hanging glaciers plus the man-made wonder of Eldred Rock Lighthouse are just a few of the breathtaking beauties you'll behold.

Gear up for a family wilderness adventure on the Takshanuk Mountain Trail aboard a four-wheel drive Kawasaki "Mule." Witness waterfalls and breathtaking views of Lynn Canal and Chilkoot Lake, then sit by a warm fire and enjoy a delicious lunch in an exclusive mountaintop lodge.

Soak up history, culture, wildlife and awe-inspiring scenery on a rafting adventure through Chilkat Bald Preserve. After a leisurely picnic on the shores of the Chilkat River you'll float down to the village of Klukwan for a tour of its Heritage Center followed by Native folkloric drumming and storytelling.

This outstanding wilderness expedition to the spectacular Davidson Glacier leads you through fjords, rainforests, colorful wildflowers and towering mountains.

Blaze a trail through the Alaska wilderness on an exhilarating ATV adventure! The fun begins with a scenic cruise down the Lynn Canal to the ATV base camp. Here, you'll be outfitted and ready to hit the road. A picnic lunch adds to the day's fun.