HIKING SOUTHEAST ALASKA

Hiking Southeast Alaska: The Ultimate Trail Guide Day Hikes, Backpacking Routes, and Wilderness Adventures in Tongass National Forest, Juneau, Ketchikan, and Sitka

Discover the raw beauty of Southeast Alaska's temperate rainforest with this practical, experience-driven hiking guide. Written by a seasoned local guide with over 15 years on these trails, this book delivers the real-world knowledge you need to hike confidently in one of North America's most spectacular coastal wilderness areas.

What's Inside:

• Detailed Trail Descriptions for 25+ hikes, including distance (in km), estimated time, difficulty rating, start/end points, key highlights, and insider tips on timing, crowds, weather, and terrain.
• Juneau & Mendenhall Glacier - From easy walks to Nugget Falls to challenging summit routes on Mount Juneau.
• Ketchikan Trails - Deer Mountain, Ward Lake, Rainbow Falls, and coastal beach walks.
• Sitka & Baranof Island - Old-growth forest paths, alpine ridges, and the volcanic climb of Mount Edgecumbe.
• Multi-Day Backpacking Routes - Realistic 3- to 7-day itineraries including West Chichagof Coastal Traverse, Juneau Icefield approaches, and custom loops.
• Planning & Logistics - How to choose bases, use ferries and floatplanes, budget effectively, and match trips to weather windows.
• Gear & Safety - What actually works in persistent rain, river crossing techniques, bear management, hypothermia prevention, and emergency communication.
• Tongass Ecology - Reading bear sign, navigating muskeg, understanding salmon runs, and seasonal wildlife patterns.
• Advanced Strategies - Shoulder season tips, custom solitude routes, and post-trip gear care in humid conditions.

Every trail and route is written from repeated personal experience - no generic advice, no filler. Clear, actionable information helps you plan smarter, hike safer, and make the most of your time in Alaska's Inside Passage.

Whether you're planning a week of day hikes from Juneau or a multi-week ferry-and-trail adventure, this guide gives you the tools to explore Southeast Alaska responsibly and deeply.

Perfect for: Independent hikers, backpackers, Alaska travelers, cruise passengers with extra time, and anyone who wants to move beyond crowded viewpoints into real wilderness.