Overview
Experience a safe and stress-free hike with a local guide who will take care of all logistics and teach you about the flora, fauna, and history of Sitka and the surrounding area.
What's Included
Meeting and Pickup
We can pick you up at any location on the Sitka road system including all cruise ship docks, hotels, Airbnb's, etc. Once the reservation is made, we will email you to coordinate where you would like to be picked up at.
Opening Hours
- 7/1/2025 - 8/27/2025
Monday - Sunday | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- 7/1/2026 - 8/27/2026
Monday - Sunday | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
What To Expect
Embark on an epic adventure on the Gavan Hill & Harbor Mountain trail with unparalleled natural alpine beauty and breathtaking vistas. This rewarding 6 mile hike will bring you through hemlock and spruce to the Gavan Hill ridge at just over 2,000 feet. Once above the treeline, you'll have breathtaking panoramic views of Sitka Sound, Mt. Edgecumbe, and Baranof Island. You'll walk below the towering peaks of Harbor Mountain where the trail is lined with wildflowers in June and July. Learn about the history, flora, and fauna while taking in the natural beauty of the Tongass National Forest on an unforgettable hike! *Note - This hike can be done in either direction.
Level of Difficulty: Difficult. The hiking time is about 4.5 hours. The distance, steep elevation gain, and uneven surfaces of this trek require participants to be accustomed to physical outdoor recreation in all kinds of weather, without any facilities of any kind, and only for those who are physically fit.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- This trek's distance and uneven surfaces require participants to be accustomed to physical outdoor recreation. This hike is for those accustomed to regular activity and participants need to be physically fit. There are roots, rocks, log steps, and boardwalk sections that can be slippery when wet.
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: Snacks.Private transportation.Government Fees.Hiking Poles. The following is NOT included: Gratuities. Read more Apr 2025
Cancellation Policy
Additional Info
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