Sitka Alaska Lodging Accommodations
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| Experience Alaska at our secluded
waterfront Inn near Sitka's Whale
Park providing quality and comfortable
accommodations with a beautiful view,
private park, private bathrooms,
breakfast, phone, TV, library, free
internet, hot tub, BBQ and Alaskan
themed rooms. |
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Westmark
Hotels
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Sitka Alaska Hotels and Accommodations
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(800) 544-0970 |
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Super
8 Motel
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Sitka
Alaska Hotels and Accommodations
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(800) 800-8000 |
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Sitka, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts
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| Experience Alaska at our secluded
waterfront Inn near Sitka's Whale
Park providing quality and comfortable
accommodations with a beautiful
view, private park, private bathrooms,
breakfast, phone, TV, library,
free internet, hot tub, BBQ and
Alaskan themed rooms. |
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| Vacation cottages
or B&B give options for Alaskan
Adventures. We have views and
close proximity to attractions
such as harbor and trailheads.
We treat our guests like our
friends. |
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Sitka Alaska Tours, Sightseeing and Fishing Charters
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| All inclusive four to seven
day trips, featuring fantastic
fishing, wildlife viewing and
kayaking. Custom trips catering
to the clients's wishes, and
offering all the amenities necessary
for a memorable experience. |
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Baranof
Wilderness Lodge
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Learn to fly fish.
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(800) 613-6551 |
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Premier Charters, Inc. |
World -Class Salt Water Fishing |
(800) 770-2628 |
| Eyak |
Kayaking; Camping; World Class
Fishing |
(877) 392-5386 |
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Sitka, Alaska
Tours and Sightseeing
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Sea Life Discovery Tours
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See Alaska a completely
different way - Sitka Alaska Tours
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(877) 966-2301 |
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Sitka, Alaska
Restaurants
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Sitka, Alaska
Attractions
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Alaska's premier bald eagle hospital
is in Sitka Alaska
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(800) 643-9425 |
| Harrigan Centennial Hall |
A historical collection and very nice wildlife display
in Sitka Alaska |
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| Isabel
Miller Museum |
Packed with Tlingit, Russian and American artifacts in
Sitka AK. |
In Centennial Hall |
| St. Michael's Cathedral |
Old Russian Orthodox Church a main attraction in Sitka,
AK. |
Downtown |
| Castle Hill |
Site of Baranof's Castle in 1836. The landmark burned
in 1894, but provides a wonderful view of Sitka. |
Downtown |
| Sitka Pioneer Home |
The first retirement home in the state of Alaska |
Downtown |
| Totem Square |
Old English Anchor and Totem Pole downtown Sitka Alaska |
Downtown |
| Russian Blockhouse |
Reconstruction of an old Russian stockage downtown Sitka,
AK |
Behind Pioneer Home |
| Sitka National Cemetery |
Oldest National cemetery west of the Mississippi. |
.5 miles out Sawmill Creek Rd. |
| Russian Bishop's House |
A taste of 19th century Russian-American life downtown
Sitka, AK |
Lincoln St. |
| Sheldon Jackson Museum |
One of the largest collections of Alaska Native artifacts. |
Lincoln St. |
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National Historical Park
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A collection of totem poles mixed in
with a Sitka Spruce forest.
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At the end of Lincoln St. |
Whale Park
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Scopes for viewing wildlife are provided. |
4.5 miles out Sawmill Creek |
St. Lazaria Islands National
Park
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A colony of puffins live on this volcanic island outside
of Sitka. |
Requires a boat ride |
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Wells Fargo
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Central downtown location.
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Baidarka Boats
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Guided Kayak Tours & Rentals
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(907) 747-8996 |
| Alaska Coastal Outfitters |
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(907) 747-8759 |
| Secluded Floathouse
Rentals |
Boat & Kayak Rentals |
(907) 747-6375 |
Sitka, Alaska
Other Information
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| Interested in talking to an experienced,
knowledgeable, dedicated agent to help you
Buy or Sell your Alaska Property, Look no further.
Specializing in Sitka! |
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Average
Daylight for Sitka, Alaska
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May 16 hours
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July 18.5 hours
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September 13 hours
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December 6.5 hours
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Average
Temperatures for Sitka, Alaska (Fahrenheit)
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January 37.7 to 29.3
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May 53.2 to 41.0
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June 57.6 to 46.5
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July 60.7 to 45.9
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August 62.0 to 51.6
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October 50.4 to 41.4
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November 43.2 to 34.9
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Sitka summer mild temperature is
60 degrees
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| By
Air: |
Alaska
Airlines (800) 426-0333 - Serving
Sitka with daily jet service from both Anchorage
and Seattle. |
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Alaska
Marine Highway (800) 642-0066
- Providing service to Sitka while cruising
the Inside Passage.
Independent marine travelers contact the local Harbormaster at
(907) 747-3439. |
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Hiking
Trails Accessible from the Sitka Alaska Road System
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| Trail Name |
Length |
Rating |
Description |
| Beaver Lake |
0.8 miles
40 minutes one-way |
Moderate |
Popular trail well suited to family outings. Views
of nearby rugged mountains, wildlife and muskeg. |
| Gaven Hill |
3 miles
3-4 hours one-way |
Moderate |
Access to alpine country for exploring and camping.
Connects to Harbor Mountain Trail |
| Halibut Point State Rec Site |
0.5 mile
30 miles one-way |
Easy |
Oceanfront park; 3 picnic shelter, easy access to beach,
wildlife and restroom facilities. |
| Indian River |
5.5 miles
4 hours one-way |
Moderate |
Relaxing walk through northwest coast rainforest with
views of the Sisters Mountain, wildlife and more. |
| Mosquito Cove |
1.5 miles
1 hour loop |
Moderate |
The North Loop from Starrigavan Campground follows
the beach & forest fringe to Mosquito Cove and loops
back through forested hillside. |
| Mount Verstovia |
2.5 miles
3 hours one-way |
Difficult |
Lower hillslope was logged by Russians in 1860.
Great view of surrounding area from the top.
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| Sitka National Historical Park |
1.5 miles
1 hour one-way |
Easy |
Commemorates the site of the Battle of Sitka between
the Tlingits Indians and the Russians in 1804. Tradional
and historic totem poles line the trails throughout the
park. |
| Starrigavan Forest & Muskeg Trail |
1 mile
30 minutes one-way |
Easy |
Upper Starrigavan Valley View with signs and displays
to help you learn about the forest and muskeg environment. |
| Starrigavan Trail |
500 feet
10 minutes one-way |
Easy |
Boardwalk provides access for viewing spawning salmon
and water fowl. ADA |
| Thimbleberry Lake Trail |
.25 mile
15 minutes one-way |
Easy |
Fishing for trout is fair at this lake. A wonderful
walk through the Alaska wilderness. ADA |
| For more information visit: Sitka
Area - Trails |
| For trail maps or more information, more remote trails
and trail conditions, please contact: |
Sitka Ranger District
204 Siginaka Way
Sitka, Alaska 99835
(907) 747-4220
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Alaska State Parks
PO Box 142
Sitka, Alaska 99835
(907) 747-6249
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| Sitka is located on the west coast of Baranof
Island fronting the Pacific Ocean, on Sitka Sound.
An extinct volcano, Mount Edgecumbe, rises 3,200
feet above the community. It is 95 air miles southwest
of Juneau, and 185 miles northwest of Ketchikan.
Seattle, Washington lies 862 air miles to the south.
It lies at approximately 57d 03m N Latitude, 135d
20m W Longitude. (Sec. 36, T055S, R063E, Copper River
Meridian.) Sitka is located in the Sitka Recording
District. The area encompasses 2874 sq. miles of
land and 1937.5 sq. miles of water. |
| January temperatures range from 23 to 35; summers
vary from 48 to 61. Average annual precipitation
is 96 inches, including 39 inches of snowfall. |
| Sitka was originally inhabited by a major tribe
of Tlingits, who called the village "Shee Atika." It
was discovered by the Russian Vitus Bering expedition
in 1741, and the site became "New Archangel" in
1799. St. Michael's Redoubt trading post and fort
were built here by Alexander Baranof, manager of
the Russian-American company. Tlingits burned down
the fort and looted the warehouse in 1802. In 1804,
the Russians retaliated by destroying the Tlingit
Fort, in the Battle of Sitka. This was the last major
stand by the Tlingits against the Russians, and the
Indians evacuated the area until about 1822. By 1808,
Sitka was the capital of Russian Alaska. Baranof
was Governor from 1790 through 1818. During the mid-1800s,
Sitka was the major port on the north Pacific coast,
with ships calling from many nations. Furs destined
for European and Asian markets were the main export,
but salmon, lumber and ice were also exported to
Hawaii, Mexico and California. After the purchase
of Alaska by the U.S. in 1867, it remained the capital
of the Territory until 1906, when the seat of government
was moved to Juneau. A Presbyterian missionary, Sheldon
Jackson, started a school, and in 1878 one of the
first canneries in Alaska was built in Sitka. During
the early 1900s, gold mines contributed to its growth,
and the City was incorporated in 1913. During World
War II, the town was fortified and the U.S. Navy
built an air base on Japonski Island across the harbor,
with 30,000 military personnel and over 7,000 civilians.
After the war, the BIA converted some of the buildings
to be used as a boarding school for Alaska Natives,
Mt. Edgecumbe High School. The U.S. Coast Guard now
maintains the air station and other facilities on
the Island. A large pulp mill began operations at
Silver Bay in 1960. In 1971, the City and Borough
governments were unified. Sitka offers abundant resources
and a diverse economy.
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| A federally recognized tribe is located in the
community: Sitka Tribe of Alaska; Central Council
Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska. 24.7%
of the population are Alaska Native or part Native.
Russian influences, arts and artifacts remain a part
of the local color. Sitka has year-round access to
outdoor recreation in the Gulf of Alaska and Tongass
National Forest. |
| Water is drawn from a reservoir on Blue Lake and
Indian River, is treated, stored, and piped to nearly
all homes in Sitka. The maximum capacity is 8.6 million
gallons per day, with 197 million gallons of storage
capacity. 95% of homes are connected to the piped
sewage system, which receives primary treatment.
Funds have been requested to expand the piped system
to Cedar Beach, Shotgun Alley, and along Sawmill
Creek Road. Refuse is collected by a private firm
under contract to the City and is incinerated. The
ash is then disposed of at the permitted, lined landfill.
The community participates in annual hazardous waste
disposal events. The Borough has begun planning for
a new landfill site. The Borough owns hydroelectric
facilities at Blue Lake and Green Lake, and a diesel-fueled
generator at Indian River.
Electricity is provided by Sitka Electric Department.
There are 7 schools located in the community,
attended by 1,945 students.
Local hospitals or health clinics include SEARHC
Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital (907-966-2411); Sitka
Community Hospital (747-3241); U.S. Coast Guard
Air Station (966-5430). The hospitals are qualified
Acute Care facilities. The USCG Air Station provides
emergency support only and Medevac Services,
and is a qualified Emergency Care Center. Long
Term Care: Sitka Pioneers' Home. Specialized
Care: Aurora's Watch (operated by Shee Atika
Corp.); Sitka Council on Alcoholism & Other
Auxiliary health care is provided by Sitka Fire
Dept./Ambulance/Rescue (747-3233/3245); SEARHC
Air Medical (966-2411); U.S. Coast Guard Air
Station/Medevac (966-5430).
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| The economy is diversified with fishing, fish
processing, tourism, government, transportation,
retail, and health care services. Sitka is a port
of call for many cruise ships each summer; cruise
ships inject over $11 million into the local economy.
586 residents hold commercial fishing permits, and
fish processing provides seasonal employment. Sitka
Sound Seafood and the Seafood Producers Co-op are
major employers. In 2000, gross fishing revenues
of residents was over $20 million. Regional health
care services provide approximately 590 jobs. The
U.S. Forest Service and U.S. Coast Guard employ nearly
300 residents.
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Sitka Alaska Transportation:
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| The State-owned Rocky Gutierrez Airport on Japonski
Island has a 6,500' paved and lighted runway, an
instrument landing system, and a 24-hour FAA Flight
Service Station. Daily jet service is provided, and
several scheduled air taxis, air charters and helicopter
services are available. The City & Borough operates
five small boat harbors with 1,350 stalls, and a
seaplane base on Sitka Sound, at Baranof Warm Spring
Bay. There is a breakwater at Thompson Harbor, but
no deep draft dock. A boat launch, haul-out, boat
repairs and other services are available. Cruise
ships anchor in the Harbor and lighter visitors to
shore; a new lightering facility is needed. The Alaska
Marine Highway system (state ferry) has a docking
facility. Freight arrives by barge and cargo plane. |
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