Hidden Gems Places To Visit in Haines, Alaska, United States

1. 5.0 Port Chilkoot Distillery (67 reviews)
   - Great time!!
   Saturday: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Distilleries
   
   
   Port Chilkoot Distillery produces five local spirits, all handcrafted in the Southeast Alaskan town of Haines, at the upper end of the Inside Passage where the ocean meets the mountains. The distillery began in 2012 when owners Heather and Sean renovated an old bakery in a historical area of Haines called Fort William H. Seward. All spirits are thoughtfully made with high-quality ingredients including certified organic and non-GMO verified corn grown in Washington, featuring labels that represent the maritime culture and fishing town where we live and operate. Visitors from around the world journey to Southeast Alaska in search of unique, local experiences and find our distillery nestled in the historical town of Haines. They experience the craft of making and enjoying local products at our custom-built destination distillery, located conveniently above the cruise ship dock. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Alaska Rod's (40 reviews)
   - Great Shop
   Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops
   
   
   Local Alaskan and Yukon art. Over 100 artist have work in our store. Haines residents Rod and Rhonda Hinson own and operate the store year round. Rod makes custom knives and also turns wood products like pens, stylus', seam rippers and cork screw/bottle stoppers. The best homemade fudge you've ever tasted and healing salves made from local plants. Plan on spending time looking around because every spot in the store is filled with great products. See more..
   
3. 5.0 Chilkat River (37 reviews)
   - Great rafting experience !
   Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water
   
   
   This was an amazing rafting experience ! We were in town (Haines) for only one day with no previous arrangements, headed to the Eagle sanctuary. With only a phone call we had an experienced, knowledgeable engaging tour guide, that listened to what we were interested in, and accommodated all our requests. Further, we found this father – son team that operated this company to be instantly likeable, to the point that weve already begun plans to return. See more..
   
4. 5.0 Haines Shuttle (27 reviews)
   - One of a kind service
   Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Taxis & Shuttles
   
   
   Shuttle/taxi in Haines See more..
   
5. 5.0 Battery Point Trail (22 reviews)
   - Well constructed and maintained
   Spent 1-2 hours Hiking Trails
   
   
   We hiked this trail today. One of the best maintained trails we have hiked in Alaska. The forest areas are lovely with gravel on the trail. Some elevation changes may be a challenge for some, so don't be surprised. There are bridges over little creeks or large rocks placed aa stepping stones. We saw sea birds, porcupine, bear scat, scoters, winter wrens and many mushrooms. If you hike it with little children plan on carrying them part of the time. There are some benches for a rest if you find the trail tiring. Hike out to the beach and keep walking on the beach and you will get to Battery Point...close to the channel marker. No restrooms, no trash cans, no fresh water. Pack it in, pack it out! See more..
   
6. 5.0 Chilkat State Park (22 reviews)
   - Great views!
   Spent 2-3 hours State Parks
   
   
   Getting there required going over a gravel road full of very deep potholes then going down a very steep hill with sharp switch back turns. Twice as bad coming back out. Use 4 wheel drive (if you have it ) to make the climb easier through all the large ruts. The view of rainbow glacier was worth it! Be sure to go in the morning so the sun is on the glacier for great pictures. See more..
   
7. 4.5 Sheldon Museum and Cultural Center (81 reviews)
   - Nice and interesting museum!
   Saturday: Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums • History Museums
   
   
   This educational institution of the Haines Borough collects, preserves and interprets the history, art and unique blending of diverse cultures within the Chilkat Valley. See more..
   
8. 4.5 Haines Borough Public Library (72 reviews)
   - WI FI AVAILABLE IF NEEDED
   Libraries
   
   
   friendly staff and computers to use..clean and a quiet area to read also..walking distance from ship harbour and cruise ship dock See more..
   
9. 4.5 Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Area (37 reviews)
   - Free, nice views, Mtns and lake and wildlife. Many Photo Opportunities.
   Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
   
   
   This is a large lake with Mtn's as the back ground. There is a self serve campground that has many large pull through sites, although there is low hanging branches from the mature spruce trees. We did see many large RV's in the campground. The campground overlooks the lake. This is a primitive park. This is a good kayak /canoe lake. The Chilkoot River runs from the lake to Haines inlet. This river may be 1 mile long but it is filled with Salmon in late June and July. This brings fisherman, eagles, bears and many onlookers. The river is fast flowing and has many varieties of birds. This area is about 11 miles from Haines but the drive to the recreation area is wonderful also. You pass the Haines Ferry Terminal and have great views. Look up for eagles and down in the water for harbor seals. Bears show up when salmon run is on also. The 11 mile ride also has several pull outs that have outdoor johns for your use. Have fun, this is a beautiful area. See more..
   
10. 4.5 Valley of the Eagles Golf Links & Driving Range (34 reviews)
    - Memorable Golf in Alaska
    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Golf Courses
    
    
    Valley of the Eagles Golf Links & Driving Range is a Par-36 golf course located along the beautiful Chilkat River. We offer rental clubs, electric golf carts, pull carts and are your one stop golf shop. See you soon! See more..
    
11. 4.5 Jilkaat Kwaan Heritage Center (27 reviews)
    - Unique opportunity to learn more of indigenous culture
    Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
    
    
    We really enjoyed our trip to the Jilkaat Kwaan Heritage Center. The four clan houses built inside were beautiful and fascinating to see, and we were fortunate enough to arrive in time to hear some of the stories that had been passed down through the generations. There was a lot of road construction on the road leading to the center, which will likely last for another year or two. But if possible, it is worth the trip. See more..
    

What's a Hidden gem?

We call places hidden gems that are new, extremely good, but are not that popular yet - you should check them out. The criteria is to have a rating of 4.5 or more and more than 20 reviews and less than 100 reviews.