Tag Archives: Southeast Alaska

Historic Cape Spencer Light – Guarding the Entrance of Cross Sound and Glacier Bay

Historic Cape Spencer Light is located on Cape Spencer at the entrance of Cross Sound and Icy Strait from the outside waters of the Gulf of Alaska. It is found inside the boundaries of Glacier Bay National Park. Cross Sound marks the northern exit for vessels traveling along the Inside Passage of Southeast Alaska. The [...]

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Hiking on the Tongass National Forest

At more than 17 million acres in size, the Tongass National Forest located in Southeast Alaska is the largest forest administered in the overall national forest system. The Tongass is world renowned for its old growth temperate rain forests covered with enormous Sitka spruce, Hemlock fir, and Yellow cedar. These forests protect watersheds that support [...]

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Six States of Alaska – Many Different Regions Found Within One Great Land

An inability to comprehend the great distances found in Alaska is a realization newcomers often encounter in the Great Land. Alaska defies their attempts to compare it with past experiences. Terrain varies immensely and distances between regions are vast. A useful way to understand Alaska is consider it as six states within a much greater [...]

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Remote Cabins in Southeast Alaska: Cabins Accessible Only by Boat on the Tongass National Forest

Tongass NF cabins are a great way to explore the region and enjoy its outdoor activities. Access is by boat or plane making the cabins an easy way to visit the wilderness.
The Tongass National Forest encompasses all of Southeast Alaska. At nearly 17 million acres, the Tongass is the largest unit found within the national [...]

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Explore Southern Southeast Alaska: A Perfect Destination for the Independent Outdoor Traveler

Take time to visit Southeast Alaska and explore the many recreational opportunities available especially for independent travelers.
We’re a jaded bunch here in Alaska and don’t always appreciate our surroundings. I often forget how overwhelming Southeast Alaska was to all of my senses stepping off the M/V Matanuska onto the Wrangell dock for the first time. [...]

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