Alaska is filled with fun, small towns dotted all over the state. With a small, welcoming community and stunning scenery, it’s no surprise that Sitka, Alaska was just recognized as one of the most charming towns in America that you need to visit! Hop on a boat or fly in on a plane to get to one of the interesting small towns in Alaska. You will have a wonderful time exploring this beautiful small town!
The charming small town of Sitka is located in southeast Alaska.
Blaine Harrington III via Image Bank Collection / Getty Images The city sits on Baranof Island, and the Sitka borough extends all the way to part of Chichagof Island, both in the Alexander Archipelago. There are less than 9,000 year-round residents.
It has a long and rich history and was originally settled by the Tlingit people more than 10,000 years ago.
Lindsay Miles-Pickup via Moment Collection / Getty Images Tlingit means “People of the Tides,” and they occupied almost all of the Alexander Archipelago. You can learn more about these incredible people at the Sitka National Historic Park and Totem Park Visitor Center. Then you can stroll along the trails and see these stunning totem poles, erected along the path with placards explaining more about them.
Sitka resides in the Tongass National Forest, which is the largest temperate rainforest on Earth.
Bobbushphoto via E+ Collection / Getty Images Visiting Sitka means exploring this incredible bounty of rare flora and fauna, and one of the most incredible wild salmon nurseries on the planet. You may have the chance to see brown or black bears, wolves, or Sitka black-tailed deer, among many others species native to this area.
There are many hikes for all skill levels throughout the area around Sitka and in the forest.
John Elk via Image Bank Collection / Getty Images Some trails offer boardwalks so your feet can stay dry during Sitka’s rainy days. The area has an oceanic climate and can average more than 130" of rainfall each year. The temperatures remain mild year-round, perfect for exploring!
Sitka is very well known for its fishing.
Blaine Harrington III via Image Bank Collection / Getty Images In fact, almost 20 percent of Sitka’s population derives its income from the fishing industry. You can also go on whale watches, kayak through the beautiful islands, and find a hundred different ways to explore the gorgeous ocean and its marine life.
Downtown Sitka has many things for you to see and do.
John Elk via Image Bank Collection / Getty Images Visit the iconic Russian church, St. Michael’s Orthodox Cathedral. Or visit one of the countless delicious restaurants that dot the area, like Beak Restaurant, that specializes in our famous Alaskan seafood!
However you choose to spend your days in Sitka, you won’t be disappointed.
KarenMower via E+ Collections / Getty Images With plenty of things to do in town and in the surrounding forest, or on the water, you’ll have a fantastic time. Make sure to add Sitka, Alaska to your must-visit list this year!
Have you had a chance to visit Sitka, Alaska? What did you think? What was your favorite thing to do there? Let us know in the comments below!
Blaine Harrington III via Image Bank Collection / Getty Images
The city sits on Baranof Island, and the Sitka borough extends all the way to part of Chichagof Island, both in the Alexander Archipelago. There are less than 9,000 year-round residents.
Lindsay Miles-Pickup via Moment Collection / Getty Images
Tlingit means “People of the Tides,” and they occupied almost all of the Alexander Archipelago. You can learn more about these incredible people at the Sitka National Historic Park and Totem Park Visitor Center. Then you can stroll along the trails and see these stunning totem poles, erected along the path with placards explaining more about them.
Bobbushphoto via E+ Collection / Getty Images
Visiting Sitka means exploring this incredible bounty of rare flora and fauna, and one of the most incredible wild salmon nurseries on the planet. You may have the chance to see brown or black bears, wolves, or Sitka black-tailed deer, among many others species native to this area.
John Elk via Image Bank Collection / Getty Images
Some trails offer boardwalks so your feet can stay dry during Sitka’s rainy days. The area has an oceanic climate and can average more than 130" of rainfall each year. The temperatures remain mild year-round, perfect for exploring!
In fact, almost 20 percent of Sitka’s population derives its income from the fishing industry. You can also go on whale watches, kayak through the beautiful islands, and find a hundred different ways to explore the gorgeous ocean and its marine life.
Visit the iconic Russian church, St. Michael’s Orthodox Cathedral. Or visit one of the countless delicious restaurants that dot the area, like Beak Restaurant, that specializes in our famous Alaskan seafood!
KarenMower via E+ Collections / Getty Images
With plenty of things to do in town and in the surrounding forest, or on the water, you’ll have a fantastic time. Make sure to add Sitka, Alaska to your must-visit list this year!
While you’re in Sitka, don’t forget to head over and Fulfill Your Sweet Pastry Wishes At Grandma Tillie’s Bakery In Alaska.
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Address: Sitka, AK, USA
