Excursion Chilkoot lake wildlife quest tour at Haines

Meet your naturalist guide for a small-group driving tour to scenic Chilkoot Lake State Park. This park has it all: a turquoise lake surrounded by snowy mountain peaks and important Tlingit cultural sights.

In May, June and July, the wildflowers are at their peak and eagles are busy caring for their young in the nest. Beginning in late July, the river fills with migrating salmon, and harbor seals follow them up into the river where they go to spawn. As the number of salmon in the river increases, the likelihood of seeing bears down along the river increases, with a good probability of bear sightings from early August through late September.

As you drive through the park, your guide knows the best places to stop for scenery and the possibility of wildlife spotting. Your guide is equipped with a powerful spotting scope to bring the wildlife in close, and your guide will help interpret the behavior of the various wildlife and explain how the animals fit into the Chilkoot’s complex ecosystem.

Make sure to bring your camera to take advantage of the numerous photo opportunities.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Haines, Chilkoot Lake State Park, Chilkoot River and Lake

Note

Please note: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking for approximately 300 yards (275 metres); however guests must be able to embark/disembark the vehicle via steps with minimal assistance. It is not recommended for guests who utilise a wheelchair. Dress in layers and bring rain gear and a camera. Spotting scopes and binoculars are also provided for guest use. This tour goes through prime wildlife habitat, however, wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.