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Southeast - Yakutat

Southeast Alaska is noted for its fjords, maritime climate, old growth forests, glaciers and FISHING! The Tongass National Forest and Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve are just two of the federally designated areas that are found in this wonderland of islands and mountains. The world famous Situk River is located in Yakutat.

COMMUNITIES
Quaint old waterfront towns and Tlingit and Haida villages dot the region. The largest city is Juneau, Alaska's capital (population 26,751). Other major communiies are Stika (8,588), Ketchikan (13,828), Petersburg (3,207), Wrangell (2,479), Haines (1,238), Skagway (692), Craig (1,260) and Klawock (722).

ACCESS
In this region, only Haines, Skagway, and Hyder can be reached by road; access to all other communities is by air or watercraft. The state ferry system operates passenger and vehicle transprot between most communities. Well developed road systems exist near major communities and on Prince of Wales Island.

ANGLING OPPORTUNITIES
Marine and freshwater sport fishing opportunities abound. Roadside salmon fishing can be enjoyed near most towns and cities.

SERVICES
Most population centers have full amenities as well as established charter boat and guide services. Air charter services provide excellent access to remote areas. U.S. Forest Service cabins can be reserved at a resonable fee throughout the region.

WEATHER/WHAT TO WEAR
An average of 90 inches of rain falls on the Sourtheast-Yakutat region annually, with precipitation varying depending on location. Summer temperatures average 65 F. Waterproof jackets and pants are recommended. Wear layers of light clothing for warmth.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Southeast Alaska Tourism Council
P.O.Box 20710
Juneau, AK 99802-0710
(907) 586-4777, FAX (907) 463-4961

Haines Visitor Bureau
Box 530
Haines, AK 99827
FAX (907) 766-3155
1-800-458-3579

Juneau Visitor Information Center
134 Third St.
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 586-2201
FAX (907) 586-6304

Ketchikan Visitors Bureau
131 Front St.
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-6166
FAX (907) 225-4250
1-800-770-2200

Petersburg Visitor Information Center
Box 649
Petersburg, AK 99833
PH/FAX (907) 772-4636

Stika Convention and Visitors Bureau
Box 1226
Sitka, AK 99835
(907) 747-5940
FAX (907) 747-3739

Skagway Convention and Visitors Bureau
Box 415
Skagway, AK 99840
(907) 983-2854
FAX (907) 983-2151

Wrangell Chamber of Commerce
Box 49
Wrangell, AK 99929
(907) 874-3905
1-800-367-9745

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