Alaska's Marine Highway
Wrangell, AK

Wrangell is a hidden jewel waiting to be discovered. There are adventures for everyone and experiences to last a lifetime. History, cultural sites, wildlife, natural beauty, glaciers, and excitement await.

Wildlife abounds in the area. Glaciers, black and brown bears, eagles, sea lions, harbor seals, whales, salmon, and halibut are some of the creatures you can hope to see. Anan Bear and Wildlife Observatory is a favorite spot to view brown and black bears feasting on salmon.

If history and cultural influences are more to your taste, visit the Tlingit Chief Shakes Island and Tribal House Historic Monument, and the Petroglyph Beach State Historic Park. Travel the Stikine River to visit the places where gold miners camped and garnets were mined, and see the abundant wildlife that lured the Hudson Bay Company to establish a settlement.

The protected waters in southeast Alaska are filled with islands, bays, and harbors just waiting to be explored. The waterways provide excellent sea kayaking and opportunities for exploration by wildlife charter tours. Fishing is spectacular. Halibut and all five species of salmon are key targets of visiting fishermen. Nearby lakes and streams provide excellent opportunities for both spin cast and fly-fishing. In addition to fishing, Wrangell also has the only regulation, USGA-rated golf course in Southeast Alaska. Muskeg Meadows holds tournaments almost every weekend (weather permitting).

Wrangell Island has over 100 miles of forest roads that offer mountain bikers, hikers, RV'ers, and other explorers access to remote lakes, rivers, campsites, and scenic overlooks. Several maintained trails provide immediate immersion into the surrounding lush, temperate rain forest. If you prefer a bird's-eye view of the surrounding area, "flightseeing" to glaciers, fjords, cabins on remote lakes, or to Telegraph Creek in British Columbia are fun options.

Visitors have the opportunity to experience it all in Wrangell: glaciers, wildlife, adventure, outdoor activities, and fun.