Activities in Petersburg
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Petersburg Mountain Trail
On Kupreanof Island, the 3½-mile Petersburg Mountain Trail climbs to the top of Petersburg Mountain (2750ft), which offers views of Petersburg, the Coast Mountains, glaciers and Wrangell Narrows. Plan on five hours for the round-trip. To get across the channel, go to the skiff float at the North Boat Harbor and hitch a ride with somebody who lives on Kupreanof Island. On the Kupreanof side, head right on the overgrown road toward Sasby Island.
You can also call Tongass Kayak Adventures, which runs hikers across the channel for a charge.
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Three Lakes Loop Trails
Along Three Lakes Rd, a USFS road heading east off Mitkof Hwy at Mile 13.6 and returning at Mile 23.8, are Three Lakes Loop Trails, a series of four short trails that total 4.5 miles. At Mile 14.2 is a 3-mile loop with boardwalks leading to Sand, Crane and Hill Lakes, all known for good trout fishing. Sand Lake has a free-use shelter. From the Sand Lake Trail, a 1½-mile trail leads to Ideal Cove on Frederick Sound.
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Viking Travel
For a large selection of area tours, head to Viking Travel, which acts as a clearinghouse for just about every tour in town. Possibilities include an easy four-hour kayak trip around the harbor, a four-hour boat tour to LeConte Glacier, an eight-hour whale-watching tour and a helicopter flightseeing tour with a glacier walk.
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Raven Trail
The 4-mile Raven Trail begins at the water tower on the airport's southeast side (accessible from Haugen Dr). It crosses muskeg areas on a boardwalk, then climbs to beautiful open alpine areas at 2000ft. Some sections are steep and require a little scrambling. The trail eventually leads to the USFS Raven's Roost Cabin.
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Hungry Point Trail
Within town is the 0.7-mile Hungry Point Trail that begins at the ball field at the end of Excel St and cuts across muskeg. The gravel path keeps your feet dry, but surrounding you are stunted trees so short you have a clear view of Petersburg's mountainous skyline. The trail ends at Sandy Beach Rd.
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MV LeConte
Even travelers counting their coins can enjoy a little whale watching by riding the MV LeConte when it makes its run between Sitka and Juneau. Whales are often spotted on board along this route, particularly at the mouth of Port Frederick on Icy Strait where the ferry heads in for Hoonah.
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Stick Dog Tours
To see the rest of Mitkof Island and enjoy a little freshwater fishing and possibly even catch a 20lb salmon, contact Stick Dog Tours. On its four-hour fishing adventure you travel by van to the guide's favorite streams and fishing holes off the road. All equipment is provided.
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Whale Song Cruises
Most charter-boat operators in town offer a full-day, eight-hour whale-watching tour. Among them is Whale Song Cruises which is equipped with a hydrophone so you can listen to the whales as well as see them.
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Kaleidoscope Cruises
Most charter-boat operators in town offer a full-day, eight-hour whale-watching tour. Among them is Kaleidoscope Cruises, run by Barry Bracken, a marine biologist who focuses on eco-education.
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Blind River Rapids Boardwalk
At Mile 14.5 of the Mitkof Hwy is the easy mile-long Blind River Rapids Boardwalk that winds through muskeg to the rapids, a scenic area and a popular fishing spot in June for king salmon.
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Petersburg Lake Trail
Petersburg Lake Trail is a 10½-mile trail in the Petersburg Creek-Duncan Salt Chuck Wilderness on Kupreanof Island leading to the USFS Petersburg Lake Cabin.
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Alaska Discovery
A good way to see the 30-ton humpback whale from the seat of a kayak on a three-day paddle.
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Pacific Wing Air Charters
Pacific Wing Air Charters offers a 45-minute flightseeing trip to the glacier.
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