Alpenglow Adventures offers customized, private hiking tours in Sitka, Alaska. We specialize in small private tours to perfectly fit your hiking wants, needs, and abilities. Offering half-day or full-day hikes with the option of a boat adventure to reach the trailhead, we are flexible to accommodate time, desired length of hike, and personal interests. Sitting in the heart of the Tongass National Forest surrounded by jagged mountains and deep fjords, Sitka is truly a uniquely beautiful place. Join us for a hiking adventure you’ll always cherish!

Your Gateway to Sitka’s Unforgettable Adventure! Beyond the crowds, beyond the expected, lies Sitka’s magic. Our local guides are Sitka’s storytellers, passionate about crafting custom adventures that fuel your soul. Craving a hike/driving adventure filled with Alaskan charm? We’ve got you covered! Want to delve into Sitka’s vibrant history and cultural heritage? Let’s do it! Bonus: We’ll help you unlock the secrets to stunning smartphone photography during your tour. Roll in style and comfort in our luxury SUV, accommodating 2-6 people with convenient pick-up at Harrigan Centennial Hall or the cruise ship terminal. Craft your perfect Sitka excursion with Beyond the Dock Tours!

The “Ghosts of Historic Sitka” tour explores the grim and ghastly tales that center around the many cultures that comprise Sitka’s past.  Journey with Haunted Sitka through the back passages of town on this 90 minute relaxed walking tour.

The Sitka Maritime Heritage Society is a non-profit dedicated to preserving maritime heritage and sharing that legacy with the public especially youth. We offer tours to educate guests on Sitka’s rich maritime heritage. We are also restoring a historic building as a maritime heritage center and working boat space.

Sitka Trail Works, Inc. is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to the development, maintenance, and promotion of Sitka area trails.  Occasional guided hikes, maps, volunteer trail maintenance, and special events are offered throughout the summer.

Sitka Walking Tours offers daily public and private guided tours of town. The perfect way to get a snapshot of Sitka from a local perspective. Discover what Sitka has to offer: Tlingit culture, Russian history, the fishing industry, and so much more. Whether you are in town for few hours, for a week, or for a lifetime Sitka Walking Tours will show you a side of Sitka that will fascinate and inspire.

Sitka Tundra Tours offers tours highlighting the best of Sitka. We offer stops at Fortress of the  Bear, Sitka National Historical Park, Whale Park, Historical sights along the way including some Russian, Tlingit, and WW2 sites. We are a local family-run business using two 2024 HIGH ROOF Ford F350s, each van holds 14 clients. We drop and pick up at either the cruise ship terminal or town. Your town is valuable and we want you to have time to see all that we love about living in Sitka. Available for group tours or individual travelers. Coastal, Local, and Professional.

Guided walking tour of local businesses and locally made products.  Learn about Sitka’s rich history from both Tlingit and Russian perspectives.  This walking tour is accessible for the disabled. Groups of less than six are preferred.

Experience the natural beauty of Sitka with personalized day hikes from Tongass Treks. Whether you’re a beginner hiker, or an avid adventurer, our customizable hikes offer an unforgettable experience in the Tongass National Forest for all levels. All hikes include transportation to and from the trailhead, a knowledgeable local guide, and bear and wilderness safety so you can soak in the beauty of the temperate rainforest and enjoy a day of exploration and fun!

US Forest Service – Sitka Ranger District

Situated on the outer coast of the Gulf of Alaska, the Sitka Ranger District encompasses Baranof Island and part of Chichagof Island. The road system provides access to numerous miles of hiking trails, while access to the outer coast provides great opportunities for backcountry hiking, camping, dry cabins, whale watching and fishing. The Mount Edgecumbe Volcanic Field is another unique feature found on this district.