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Alaska Ferry Terminals & Destinations
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Akutan is located in the center of some of the most productive
fishing grounds in the world, and huge amounts of seafood products
-- primarily crab, halibut, cod, pollock --are processed in the
shelter of its deep bay and at a large shore-based processing plant.
Although the Aleut population of the local village remains at
90-100, it peaks at about 1,000 during certain fishing seasons.
Access to Akutan is twice a day through Dutch Harbor with Pen
Air's historic Grumman Goose seaplane. A land-based airport is in
the planning stages. In the summer the ferry Tustumena stops once a
month on its eastbound voyage from Dutch Harbor to Homer and points
between.
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Angoon, located on Admiralty Island some 60 miles south of Juneau,
is surrounded by miles of picturesque waterways noted for fishing,
hunting, and sightseeing opportunities. The terminal serves
the Chatham Strait waterway. The facility specializes in the Landing
for passenger and vehicular ferry. It has a berthing distance of 200
meters, which is 61.6% shorter than the average for all Port
Facilities, Wharfs and Docks.
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Bellingham, Washington, southernmost terminus of the Alaska Marine
Highway System, is 1-1/2 hours north of Seattle and one hour south
of Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the traditional gateway to the
San Juan Islands and Alaska. Bellingham's new multi-modal facility
offers train, bus, Alaska, Victoria and San Juan Island ferry
service, all in one location. The ferry terminal and visitor
information center are adjacent to the historic Fairhaven district.
Shuttle services are available for travel between the terminal and
SeaTac International Airport. MORE INFORMATION
355 Harris Ave. Bellingham, WA 98225
TERMINAL DIRECTIONS: (Heading North on I-5)
From I-5 take Exit 250 (Old Fairhaven Parkway)
Turn left from the
off-ramp and drive to 12th Street.
Turn right onto 12th Street,
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In 1996, the Alaska Marine Highway began "whistle-stop" service to
the small communities of Tatitlek and Chenega Bay, made possible by
the construction of new docks to provide staging areas for oil spill
response capabilities in Prince William Sound.
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Chignik is actually three villages: Chignik Lake, Chignik Lagoon,
and Chignik Bay, where the State ferry docks at one of two canneries
at its first stop on the run out the Aleutian chain. Like the other
Aleutian Island communities, Chignik provides a fishing lifestyle
for its residents in a rugged but beautiful environment. In the
Aleut language, "Chignik" means "windy".
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Cold Bay, located 634 air miles from Anchorage, is surrounded by the
Izembek National Wildlife Refuge. Abundant seabirds and waterfowl,
as well as caribou and brown bear, make it a popular spot for
sportsmen and naturalists. Two active volcanoes provide a
spectacular backdrop when the frequently inclement weather allows a
glimpse.
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Cordova is a fishing port where you can watch commercial fishermen
bring in their catch or try your hand at Alaska-style sport fishing.
Tour the salmon canneries, visit the famed "million dollar bridge",
walk on Sheridan Glacier, or ride the chair lift to the top of Eyak
Mountain. The activities and adventures are endless.Cordova Chamber
of Commerce Web Page.
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Unalaska/Dutch Harbor, at the end of the Aleutian Chain, is also its
largest community, with over four thousand residents. A busy fishing
and seafood processing port, Dutch Harbor is also a tourist
destination, with sport fishing, bird and wildlife viewing, cultural
and historical exploration, or hiking and beachcombing awaiting the
adventurous traveler.
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False Pass is a picturesque Aleutian community in a strategic
location. The town sits on the south side of Isanotski Strait, the
shortest transit route between the Gulf of Alaska and the Bering
Sea. Its economy is based on fisheries: mostly for salmon, herring,
halibut and crab.
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Haines connects the Inside Passage year-round with the Alaska
Highway at Haines Junction, in Canada's Yukon Territory. While in
Haines, visit historic Port Chilkoot, the Native arts center, or
camp within sight of glaciers at Chilkat State Park. The highlight
of fall is viewing the largest gathering of bald eagles in the world
at the Chilkat Balk Eagle Preserve just outside the city. Many
travelers board the ferry at Haines and sail to nearby Skagway,
birthplace of the Klondike Gold Rush. See also Haines Visitor Bureau
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Homer sports a lively recreation scene along the 5-mile long, world
famous Homer Spit, and offers travelers a spectacular view of
Kachemak Bay. The harbor is lined with charter boats for hire, and
fresh halibut, crab and shrimp can be purchased from seafood shops
along the docks. See also Kenai Peninsula Resource Network, includes
info about AMHS ports of call: Homer, Seldovia and Seward.
MORE INFORMATION
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Hoonah was once the major village of the Huna Indians, a subdivision
of the Tlingit tribe. Fishing boats line the harbor, and seafood
processing is the major industry. Pleasure fishing in the area is
excellent for Silver and King Salmon, as well as Cutthroat, Rainbow,
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Juneau, Alaska's energetic capital and gateway to Glacier Bay, rests
between towering Mt. Juneau and the Gastineau Channel. Although a
modern city, Juneau wears its romantic Gold Rush past proudly.
Exhibits, museums, and enchanting performances are waiting to
entertain you. The Mendenhall Glacier and U.S. Forest Service
Visitor Center offers programs, a naturalist to answer questions,
trails and nature walks, and a panoramic view of the glacier face.
Nearby Admiralty Island National Monument shelters the largest brown
bear population in Southeast Alaska. See also The Juneau Web and
Juneau Convention & Visitors' Bureau.
MORE INFORMATION
Juneau
Terminal- Auke Bay
13.8 mi-Glacier Hwy or 14 mi-downtown |
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Kake is named for the tribe of Tlingit Indians which has occupied
Kupreanof Island since prehistoric times. It is the site of the
world's largest totem pole -- 132.5 feet high -- and enjoys a brisk
logging and fishing trade. |
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Ketchikan is Alaska's southernmost major city. Its waterfront
buildings rise above Tongass Narrows supported by a forest of
pilings and joined together by a picturesque boardwalk. Visit the
world's largest collection of totem poles at Saxman, Totem Bight,
and the Totem Heritage Center. See also City of Ketchikan Web Page.
Ketchikan -3501 Tongass Ave.
3 mi N - downtown
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King Cove rests on a sand spit and adjacent uplands which are
located at the north end of a natural bay nestled between high
mountain ridges. The community of 1,000, mostly Aleuts, has
developed around one of the largest fish processing centers in the
United States.
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Kodiak was the first capital of Russian America (1783-99). Remnants
of the Russian occupation live on for you to see today. Kodiak also
harbors Alaska's largest commercial fishing fleet and is home to the
mighty Kodiak Brown Bear. Close to 3,000 of these giant bears live
in the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge.
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Metlakatla is located on Annette Island, at the southern tip of
Alexander Archipelago in Southeastern Alaska. Originally a religious
colony, Metlakatla's population first consisted of 800 Tsimshian
Indian converts who had moved from British Columbia. The native name
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Pelican, in the mid 1930's, was nothing more than two large barges
serving as cold-storage for locally-caught salmon. Pelican grew with
the fishing industry, and now consists of a main boardwalk and a
cluster of weather- worn buildings that cling to the side of
Chichagof Island. Besides great fishing and beautiful scenery,
Pelican's main attraction is Rosie's bar, where fishermen have been
carving their initials in the ceiling since the first beer was
served.
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Petersburg is off the beaten path of cruise ships and is famous for
its Norwegian heritage which shows so beautifully in the decorative
designs found on its homes and shop fronts. Local tours await you,
too, offering spectacular views of the LeConte Glacier, the
southernmost tidewater glacier in North America. See also Petersburg
Visitor Information provided by Petersburg Chamber of Commerce.
Petersburg Dock – 100 S Nordic Dr.
½ mi S - downtown |
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Port Lions, in Settler Cove on the northeast coast of Kodiak Island,
offers the amenities of larger destinations such as full-service
hunting and fishing lodges, the beauty of waterfalls tucked away in
spruce-filled coves, beach combing, and sea kayaking through the
still, blue waters of Kizkuyak Bay.
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Prince Rupert, British Columbia, is an ideal starting point for
drivers wishing to cruise up the Inside Passage. Take an archaeology
tour, or visit the Museum of Northern B.C. with its carving shed and
settlement history of the B.C.'s north coast. Tour the North Pacific
Cannery Village Museum, a restored heritage site which offers a live
performance to highlight its history. See also B. C. Ferries
Corporation for sailings to Prince Rupert from other Canadian ports.
Prince Rupert – 2100 Park Ave.
1.5 mi SW - downtown |
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Sand Point was originally founded as a cod fishing station in 1887,
and today it continues to support the regional fishing industry. The
city's harbor is home to a locally based fishing fleet, and is also
heavily used by transient vessels during and between fishing
seasons. Its population is mostly of Aleut and Scandinavian descent.
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Seldovia is accessible only by air or water and, therefore, has been
able to maintain many of its age-old Russian traditions. Seldovia
offers a view of Alaska's fishing industry with vessels moving in
and out of Kachemak Bay, fresh catches in live tanks and fish
processing at a local salmon plant. See also Kenai Peninsula
Resource Network, includes info about AMHS ports of call: Homer,
Seldovia and Seward. MORE
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Sitka was the seaside capital of Russian America and a visit here is
like stepping back in time to the 18th century. Visit St. Michael's
Cathedral, one of the finest examples of rural Russian architecture.
Stroll through the town's quaint shops and enjoy performances of
Russian dancing. All of this entertaining history is presented under
the shadow of stately Mr. Edgecumbe, a 3,201-foot-high, Fuji-like
extinct volcano. See also Sitka Convention & Visitors' Bureau.
Sitka
Terminal-5307 Halibut Pt. Rd
7mi -
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Skagway, the "Gateway to the Yukon," owes its birth to the Gold Rush
of '98. The U.S. Park Service and the City of Skagway have made this
one of the best historic sites in Alaska. The Klondike Highway
follows part of the White Pass route and connects with the Alaska
Highway at Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. |
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In 1996, the Alaska Marine Highway began "whistle-stop" service to
the small communities of Tatitlek and Chenega Bay, made possible by
the construction of new docks to provide staging areas for oil spill
response capabilities in Prince William Sound. |
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Tenakee Springs was once a leading Alaska spa, with early miners
coming from around the Territory and the Yukon to "take the waters"
of its warm mineral springs. Today, the year-round residents are
joined by summer visitors who still come to "take the waters" but
who have also discovered the excellent saltwater fishing in the
area. |
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Valdez began as a trading station in the early 1890s and served as a
port of entry for gold seekers bound for the Klondike. The old city
was destroyed by the 1964 earthquake, but its spirit lives in a new
Valdez. This ice-free, saltwater port is the terminus of the
800-mile trans-Alaska pipeline, which carries oil from the North
Slope. See also City of Valdez Web Page. |
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Whittier is nestled between the glacier-capped Chugach mountains and
Prince William Sound. Built by the U.S. Government during World War
II as a port and petroleum delivery center, today Whittier is the
gateway to a recreational wonderland. The city is connected by ferry
to Valdez and Cordova during summer months. Whittier is now
accessible by road through North America's Longest Tunnel. The
Anton-Anderson Toll Tunnel is open during specific scheduled times.
You may not be able to make your sailing if you do not arrive at the
tunnel when it is open. Click
here for more information on the Whittier Tunnel or call the Toll free 877-611-2586. Bicycle and foot
traffic is prohibited through the tunnel. Vehicles restrictions may
apply.
MORE INFORMATION ON
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Wrangell, a half-mile walk from the Wrangell Ferry Terminal, is
Alaska's fourth oldest city and its only community to have existed
under four nations: the Tlingit, Russian, British, and American. Its
even more ancient history is revealed by mysterious petroglyphs left
centuries ago by early Alaskans. These artifacts are easily seen at
low tide. You will also enjoy the Chief Shakes Community House with
its many totem poles, the replica tribal Chilkat blanket, and other
historic items.Wrangell is the "Gateway to the Stikine River", the
fastest free-flowing navigable river in North America. Wrangell also
hosts the largest springtime concentration of bald eagles in the
world. Local tours are available to both the river and the Anan Bear
and Wildlife Observatory. See also
City of Wrangell Web Page.
Wrangell – Stikine Ave.
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