Cruising Area

Cruising Area

Southeast Alaska is comprised of numerous islands laying in a North - South direction between 54^{^o} and 59^{^o} North Latitude. This string of mountainous islands creates a series of waterways protected from the harsh waters of the Gulf of Alaska. The Alexander Archipelago, which makes up Southeast Alaska is a temperate rain forest with large stands of virgin Western Hemlock and Sitka Spruce.

Tracy Arm Fjord

This is a long narrow fjord that terminates at the face of North and South Sawyer Glaciers. Cliffs 3000 to 4000 feet come straight up from the water. Lots of icebergs. A good area to see Seal, Mountain Goat, Black Bear and Sea Birds.

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South Sawyer Glacier

Fords Terror

A scenic fjord with many water falls and unusual rock formations. The entrance is very narrow and can only be safely navigated at slack tide because of the swift currents. There are Eagles, Bear and Mountain Goat in this area.

North Arm Fords Terror

Frederick Sound

Humpback Whale can be found in the area from the latter part of June through August. There is usually a large population around the Brothers Islands. There are anchorage's in these islands for a overnight stay. There is also a Steller Sea Lion haul out on one of the smaller islands.

Breaching Humpback Whale

Admiralty Island Nation Monument

Located on the west side of Stephens Passage and Frederick Sound. This large wilderness island has the largest population per square mile of brown bear in Alaska. The Stan Price Bear Reserve and viewing area is located here. July and August are best for bear viewing.

Diving Humpback Whale

Glacier Bay National Park

This is a very large area with many tidewater glaciers that calve icebergs into the bay. Mountains to 15329 feet. Whale, Seabirds, Seal, Sea Lions, Wolves and Bear can be sighted. This park is 85 water miles west of Juneau. A vessel permit system is in effect from June 1 through August 31. We recommend a two week charter to enjoy is area.

Large Iceberg

Glacier Bay National Park Web Site

Boating Permit Form

E-mail: ncharter@alaskasailing.com

Saturday, June 19, 2004 was the last time this page was updated