Sitka Rainforest Hike with a Local Naturalist 3 hr

Explore the lush Tongass National Forest on a private Sitka Rainforest Hike with a local naturalist. This scenic walk through Southeast Alaska’s temperate rainforest reveals the connections between salmon, wildlife, native plants, and the people who call Sitka home.

Your guide, a local naturalist and commercial fisherwoman, shares insight into the region’s ecosystems and island culture as you follow forest trails. Learn about plants traditionally used for food and medicine, and keep an eye out for seasonal highlights such as spawning salmon, wild berries, mushrooms, and local wildlife. The private format offers a personalized experience shaped around your interests. Bottled water and light snacks are provided, and hiking poles are available upon request.

Meet your guide at the upper terminal building at Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal, then set out to experience the forest at a comfortable pace. Choose this Sitka Rainforest Hike for a closer look at the natural world and local life that make the area distinctive.