Sitka
![Mt Edgecumbe stands out on the horizon © Billie Rinn / Alaska Marine Highway System](/amhs/img/where/comm/sit/01.jpg)
![Naa Kahidi dancers perform traditional native dancing © Gene Christian](/amhs/img/where/comm/sit/02.jpg)
![Alaska day celebrations are quite the event in Sitka © Ernest Manewal / Sitka CVB](/amhs/img/where/comm/sit/03.jpg)
![Boating, fishing and adventures are a favorite past time in the area © Joshua Roper Photography](/amhs/img/where/comm/sit/05.jpg)
![Colorful kayaks sitting on top of crystal clear waters meant for paddling © Joshua Roper Photography](/amhs/img/where/comm/sit/06.jpg)
Sitka is settled on Baranof Island, located on the outer coast of the Inside Passage and 132 nautical miles west of Juneau. Nestled peacefully in the Tongass National Forest, Sitka proudly beckons those who seek out-of-the-ordinary, majestic and lush places. Explore the myriad of islands and bays of Sitka Sound for a chance to spot wildlife and view spectacular scenery. An extinct volcano, Mount Edgecumbe, rises 3,200 feet above the community and adds to the beauty of this seaside town.
Sitka's hallmark is its tenure and devotion to a culturally diverse past with a distinctive character of a place that has been settled for thousands of years with a unique blend of Tlingit culture and Russian history. St. Michael's Cathedral is an excellent example of the Russian architecture that can still be found throughout Alaska. Visit visitsitka.org for more information on available activities and accommodations.
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Sitka Port & Terminal Information (SIT)
5307 Halibut Point RdSitka, AK 99835
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7 miles from town
Terminal Contact: (907) 747-8737
Amenities:
- Bathroom facilities/changing station
- Ample parking
- Seating
- Ticket counter
- Access to public transportation (Bus/Taxi/shuttle)
- Tourism Information/brochures
- Book exchange
- Pet convenience area
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