Sight Seeing

Many people have taken trips on large cruise ships through our famous Inside Passage only to find that they never really touch the wilds of Alaska. This sightseeing trip will prove to give you a “hands on” experience of a lifetime like no other. Our island has amazing scenery! From wildlife to waterfalls, from marine mammals to interpretive trails, from canoeing to cave exploring, you can fill every minute of every day with fresh adventures. Because Prince of Wales is one of the largest islands in the US there wont be enough time for you to see all there is to see in just one week! With our packages, you, our guest, are fully equipped to sight-see, explore, or just experience this island, as you would like, on your time. Finally, a vacation that makes sense!

Ancient Sites

If you long to know more about the ancients who once walked these woods you can visit a historic native village, nearly untouched by the modern world and dating back to the 1860’s. You won’t see tour buses at the trail-head, just a friendly native community. The native site is an easy half mile walk leading directly to the foot of hand-carved totems and a mysterious clan house. This ancient settlement is nestled right along a gorgeous stretch of southeast Alaska beachfront. With the totems overlooking the water, you can enjoy a picnic at this unique place of history.

Salt Chuck Mine

Salt Chuck Mine is an abandoned copper and palladium mine from the early 1900s. Presently there are remnants of a number of structures at the site. Also intriguing to see are the remains of large Fairbanks-Morse diesel engines. If you spend time scouring the beachfront and nearby forests, you will be surprised at the treasures left behind. Large ore carts still on the tracks, the skeleton of an old grader, a gigantic grinder, and much more. To reach the site there is about a half mile hike, ending at the mine remains nicely positioned on a large sandy beach.

Hiking Trails

Beaver Falls Trail is an interpretive trail showcasing some of the Karst formations such as sink-holes, deep vertical pits and disappearing streams can be seen from the trail. This is an easy 1.4 mile walk.

One Duck Trail is for those who enjoy a bit of a challenge! This trail is a 2 1/2 mile hike that climbs 1100 feet. At the base of the trail you will walk through a forest of hemlock and cedar, as you near the top the views are incredible. Once you’ve reached the peak you’ll be well-pleased to rest in the shelter and enjoy the immense view. High alpine grasses and muskeg ponds invite you to continue on once the trail has ended!

Whale Watching

Birding

Prince of Wales is home to huge numbers of Bald Eagles, King Fishers, Puddle Ducks, Sea Ducks, Spruce Grouse, Trumpeter Swans and many other common species of birds. Photographing eagles in the nest or a kingfisher diving on its prey is a great memory you can take home with you and enjoy for years to come.

Beach Combing

This is an exciting outing for people of all ages, especially thrilling for youngsters who’ve never experienced ocean life. Our huge tides change as much as 24 feet vertically. Low tide will expose tide pools showcasing creatures unseen at other times of the day. From purple and orange starfish, tiny crabs, wiggly eels and flowering anenomes to gooey sea cucumbers, its like a treasure hunt in each and every tide pool.  

One Bedroom Loft

The Loft

The loft is a roomy “one bedroom” cottage with a living room ,dining area,  kitchen and vaulted ceiling.  The Loft has a cozy upstairs balcony-room with views overlooking the living area below as well as panoramic windows.  The sleeping arrangement is a full and a twin bed located up spiral stairs to the loft. The kitchen is a full kitchen with a dishwasher and refrigerator.   Also included inside your cabin is a washer & dryer. Tucked away in the woods, this cabin is secluded with large windows letting in lots of light and providing a wooded view with a little of the bay peaking through the trees. The loft comfortably sleeps 2 or 3 people and is perfect for couples.

Standard One Bedroom Cottage

Blacktail Cottage

Blacktail Cottage is  a one bedroom cottage with a full living room, dining area, kitchen and covered porch.

The bedding arrangement is a twin over full bunk in the bedroom and a pullout couch in the living room.

Deluxe One Bedroom Cottages

Salmon & Trout Cottages

The Trout & Salmon cottages are roomy one bedrooms with a full living room, dining area, large kitchen, washer, and dryer. The large kitchen layout is great for preparing meals and there is plenty of space in the living room. The bedding arrangement is two full beds in the bedroom as well as twin bunks in the nook area.  The Trout & Salmon Cottages are comfortable for 4 single people or more if there is a couple in the party. While we are not located waterfront, there is a view of the bay from the windows as well as the front porch.

Two Bedroom Cottages

Bear, Steelhead & Halibut Cottages

The Bear, Steelhead & Halibut cottages are roomy two bedrooms with a full living room, dining area, large kitchen, washer, and dryer. Each room has two beds. The large kitchen is great for preparing meals and there is plenty of space for relaxing in the living room.  While we are not located on the waterfront, there is a view of the bay from the Steelhead and Halibut Cottage windows as well as front porch.

Two Bedroom House Package

The House

The Residence has two bedrooms with a huge living room, dining area, large kitchen with bar, dishwasher, washer & dryer and covered front & rear porch. The kitchen layout is great for preparing meals  and dining as a group. One bedroom has a twin-over-full bunk bed. The second bedroom has two full beds. The Residence easily sleeps 4 people or more if there are couples.

Two Bedroom Cabin

The Chalet

The cabin is a chalet-style two bedroom, two bathroom cabin with loft. Nestled within the woods, the chalet is our largest cottage. Its spacious vaulted ceiling and full view front windows give the feel of really living in the Alaska rainforest. There are two full beds in each room and two full beds in the loft (6 beds total). The Chalet has a full kitchen including dishwasher.  It has a great view of our woods and is located next to the creek and hot tub. The Chalet is perfect for family trips, or multiple couples! Washer and dryer included.