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

Mon 22 Dec

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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)

Timothy_C

Sep 2024

It was a nice 4 mile hike with a mild elevation change. Our guide was nice. The biggest downside was the opportunity cost. There were other excursion that offered more exciting wildlife viewing.

B3379VEmichaels

Sep 2024

Tour Guide was late, but walking tour was very good. I arrived via a ship tour, so it was nice to stretch the legs. My wife really enjoyed the tour. I rough start for sure, but the tour was nice.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you for the feedback. It was great having you on our tour!

Ben_S

Sep 2024

Great short hike with knowledgeable guide. Perfect for young kids and our guide was well prepared with town history, tips on what berries we could eat (the kids loved the berries), and general information about the geography.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

We're delighted you and your kids enjoyed your time with us! Thanks for the positive review.

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Guided Hike | TONGASS NATIONAL FOREST

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