Destination Highlight: Wildlife in Spasski River Valley and Bear Search

Embark on a short, guided nature walk that treks along the famed “Trail of the Bears” into the rugged bush country of the Spasski River Valley. You’ll journey alongside a guide and who’ll provide plenty of insight and answer questions about the wildlife you’re likely to encounter along the way. You’ll also learn about the thriving Tlingit community in the town of Hoonah and their deep connection to this wilderness. Follow well marked paths into this territory that’s home to a large concentration of Alaska coastal brown bear. Keep watch for these majestic creatures, as well as Sitka black-tailed deer and regal bald eagles perched in the treetops overhead. If you love the great outdoors, this leisurely hike provides a uniquely personal look at the wilderness surrounding Icy Strait Point.