Haines (pop. 2,400) is located on the Chilkat Peninsula and is easily accessed by road. It serves as a good base for exploring the nearby area or taking advantage of some of the outdoor recreational activities. The nearby Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve has one of the largest concentrations of bald eagles in the world. Rafting, canoeing, kayaking, jetboating, and aerial tours are also popular options in this area.
The 48,000 acres Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve was established to protect the bald eagles which inhabit this area. It is home to the world's largest concentration of these birds. The area along the Haines Highway between miles 18 and 21 is the best place to view the eagles.
Address: American Bald Eagle Foundation, 113 Haines Highway, Haines, AK 99827, United States
Phone: 1 (907) 766-3094, Fax: 1 (907) 766-3095
The Hammer Museum in Haines is noted as the world's only museum dedicated to hammers. Displays include over 1,500 hammers from Roman times to present day.
Kroschel Films Wildlife Center offers an up close experience for visitors with 15 species of Alaskan Wildlife such as wolf, grizzly bear, moose, reindeer, fox and lynx.
Sheldon Museum and Cultural Center offers displays on the history of the Chilkat Valley and Tlingit Indian People. Early pioneer history, Fort Seward and the Porcupine gold rush are a few of the items that visitors can be educated about.
Address: Sheldon Museum & Cultural Center, Box 269, Haines, AK 99827, United States
Phone: 1 (907) 766-2366, Fax: 1 (907) 766-2368
Hours:
May 15 to September 6: 10am-5pm; Sun:1pm-4pm; Sat:1pm-4pm
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