Guided Hike | TONGASS NATIONAL FOREST in Sitka booking from $119.00

Guided Hike | TONGASS NATIONAL FOREST

Overview

PERFECT FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS-

The gentle giant of the Tongass National Forest will capture your heart.

• See eagles, pick edible berries, spot salmon (Seasonally dependent)
• Learn from your local guide about life in Sitka
• Hike safely in America’s largest National Forest
• Snacks provided
• Adjust the skill level to fit your group’s needs

LOCAL WILDLIFE & TREES:
On this tour, you will spot bald eagles in the trees and (if the season is right) salmon spawning.
Wild berries along the path: edible and clean. Your guide is familiar with all local berries and mushrooms!

EXPERIENCE THE RAINFOREST:
We will talk about the way the mountains, forest, and ocean have been traditionally used, and are still used today, for subsistence, foraging & hunting by the Tlingit.

HIKE SAFELY:
Your guide will give a hiking-safety briefing before entering the National Forest. We monitor trail conditions to ensure that these hikes are completely safe. Our guides have years of experience on these trails.

City: Sitka

Fri 26 Dec

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Fri 26 Dec

Starting at $119.00

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What's Included

Sunscreen

Bottled water

Snacks

Rain Pants (At Special Request)

Trekking Poles (At Special Request)

Safety Equipment & Instruction

Resident Guide

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Russian Bishop's House

Here the hike will discuss the imperial history of this land: your guide will discuss the Russian history of Sitka, as well as the Russian Orthodox Church, and the impact of Russian colonization on the Alaskan national forest.

Sitka

We will see and discuss the Tlingit Totem Pole on Sitka's Seawalk. Before we reach the trailhead, the hike parallels the main street Lincoln St.

Sitka

Depending on your group's desires we can end the tour either at the cruise shuttle pick-up site OR at the main gathering of local food trucks.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (69)

K5784CQpamelaf

Jul 2023

Reid is our guide - he gives a very interactive and informative tour. His passion for learning about his tour companions and sharing his knowledge about Tongass National Forest are both outstanding. We both really enjoyed meeting Reid and it was a thrill to venture through Sitka and the rainforest with him. Oh, and the bears, - we felt totally safe with Reid protecting us. Pamela and Murdoch newbie hikers

Response from Host

Jul 2023

Thank you Pam and Murdoch for your review! It was a fun fun hike through the national forest. Hope the rest of your trip in AK was a blast!

Don W

Jul 2023

Reid is a fantastic guide. He is so personable and very knowledgeable about this beautiful town. His experiences in Sitka really show through along with his love for what he is doing. He stops along the hike to identify all of the plants, fruits, and historical facts and stories.

Response from Host

Jul 2023

We're glad you enjoyed it! We love bringing in bits of history of the Russians and Tlingit indigenous tribe during the hike.

susannecreighton2009

Jul 2023

Coming off the cruise ship (after a two day long journey), my friends and I craved fresh air and nature, something rejuvenating. This walking tour in the Tongass amongst the hemlock and cedar, was just the space and respite our spirits needed. Our friendly guide Reid shared his knowledge and appreciation of Sitka history, topography, and native culture with us, and his natural ease made the learning a delightful experience. We walked a comfortable pace on paved paths, spotting bald eagles and sampling wild berries along the way. If you want to marvel or meditate in Sitka’s natural wonders, this is the way to go. With only 6 of us on this two-hour tour, the group felt relaxed and intimate. We all felt inspired and rejuvenated!

Response from Host

Jul 2023

Thanks for this amazing review :) It was great to have you on the hike today! We had a blast! It was a great day for wildlife and foraging, so I'm glad you all were in town!

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Guided Hike | TONGASS NATIONAL FOREST

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