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Haines · Alaska · United States

Chilkat Inlet Coastal Hike

Starting From From $175.62 per person Current Project Expedition rate
5 Hours 4.08 / 5 0 reviews Moderate activity level Small Group Single Day Tour Operated by Alaska Mountain Guides Adventures
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The Experience

What your day looks like

Join this spectacular hiking adventure that immerses you in the remote beauty of Southeast Alaska, where you will be surrounded with amazing mountain, glacier, and ocean views. At the start of your tour you will be greeted by your professional hiking guide for a remote coastal hike along the Chilkat Inlet. We’ll drive for about 30 minutes along the Haines Peninsula to Chilkat State Park. Along the way, your guide will tell you about the history and geography of small town Haines, Alaska. It is a beautiful drive with many scenic photo opportunities. Once at the trailhead, the hike begins over rolling terrain through temperate rainforest. Your knowledgeable, naturalist guide will talk about the flora and fauna of the region. The trail is slightly rolling as we make our way towards Moose Meadows, aptly named for the occasional moose seen grazing along the seaside. As we step out onto the beach, we are treated with magnificent glacier views across the fjord. The total hiking distance is about 3-5 miles depending on the group and weather conditions. The trail rises about 100 feet total in elevation. The trail is out and back, so depending on the pace of the group, we may continue south along the coast of the peninsula. We’ll stop along the way for a picnic lunch with a fantastic view. After lunch, we’ll return back through Moose Meadows and make our way back to the pier in Haines.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Enjoy glacier, mountain and ocean views of Southeast Alaska on this remote coastal hike
  • Knowledgeable guides enjoy sharing their love for Alaska's flora & fauna
Detailed Itinerary

The journey, in full

~10 minutes – Your friendly guides will meet you near the Port Chilkoot Cruise Ship Dock in Haines. Before departing you’ll be able to ask any questions that you might still have about your upcoming hike and you’ll have the opportunity to use the restrooms before departing. ~30 minutes – From our meeting point we’ll head out the Chilkat Peninsula to the trailhead at Chilkat State Park. ~10 minutes – At the trailhead your guide will give you a thorough safety briefing and orientation before we hit the trail. ~90 minutes – The hike begins over rolling terrain through temperate rainforest. Your knowledgeable, naturalist guide will talk about the flora and fauna of the region. The trail is slightly rolling as we make our way towards Moose Meadows, aptly named for the occasional moose seen grazing along the seaside. As we step out onto the beach, we are treated with magnificent glacier views across the fjord. ~40 minutes – Along the way we’ll stop for a beachside picnic lunch and a short side hike depending on what the group’s preference is. ~90 minutes – From Moose Meadows we’ll hike back along the trail to our starting point at the trailhead. ~30 minutes – Here we’ll hop back in our van and head back to our meeting point near the Port Chilkoot dock which is a short walk from downtown Haines and many shops and restaurants.

Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Haines

Hiking at Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Equipment: Trekking poles

What to Bring

Recommended clothing: Stable closed-toed shoes, layers for warmth, and rain gear Dont forget to bring your camera Restrooms are available on the dock before departing for your tour

Restrictions

Medical Restrictions: This is a physical activity and it is the guest's responsibility to determine that they are physically and mentally able to participate in the activity. Guests must disclose pertinent medical history to guides.

Meeting & Pickup

Your guide will meet you 30 minutes prior to the tour start time to make sure all necessary paperwork is completed. If you are arriving by cruise ship, your guide will meet you at the end of the pier that your ship docks at. Please stay at your cruise ship dock if you are a cruise ship passenger. Your guide will be holding a sign that says with the name of your tour. FOR NON CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS, the meeting location is Chilkoot Indian Association (CIA) dock. 142 Beach Road Haines, Alaska 99827.

Languages Offered

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Before Booking

Please let us know of any food allergies or dietary restrictions in your group. Please let us know of any additional considerations, including any pertinent medical conditions.

Planning Notes

Minimum age: 8 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic

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