Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, Haines

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The Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve is a state park and wildlife refuge in the U.S. state of Alaska near Haines. Established in 1982, the park covers 49,320 acres (199.6 km²), mainly along the Chilkat River, with sections along the Klehini and Tsirku rivers.The preserve is home to the world's largest concentration of bald eagles. 200 to 400 birds live there year-round, with up to 4,000 observed during the annual Fall Congregation.The Haines Highway from miles 12–18 (km 19–29) is a popular viewing location.Further readingBugliosi, Edward F. (1988). Hydrologic reconnaissance of the Chilkat River basin, southeast Alaska: with special reference to the Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. Anchorage: U.S. Dept. of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey.

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By Stephanie S

My family visited in summer time, just as the salmon were days away from their great migration from the salt water to the fresh water. The mountains, the glacial waters, the trees, the eagles... this.... more

My family visited in summer time, just as the salmon were days away from their great migration from the salt water to the fresh water. The mountains, the glacial waters, the trees, the eagles... this.... more »
By Betty49

We took the fast ferry from Skagway to Haines which is about 45 minutes, then a terrible bus ride on a dirt road due to construction, which will be ongoing for a few years. The bus was an old school..... more

We took the fast ferry from Skagway to Haines which is about 45 minutes, then a terrible bus ride on a dirt road due to construction, which will be ongoing for a few years. The bus was an old school..... more »
By A5704YLjaneh

Just back from river float through the preserve with Tom and colleagues as an optional excursion from Hurtigruten expedition cruise. Scenic bus drive from Haines to drop off point was informative and.... more

Just back from river float through the preserve with Tom and colleagues as an optional excursion from Hurtigruten expedition cruise. Scenic bus drive from Haines to drop off point was informative and.... more »

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By Deirdre Piggott

If you love birds especially owls and hawks then this’s the place to go and see. If you like to learn about animals then again this’s the place to check out.

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By Susan Hale

Took the float river trip through here in September. Saw tons of bald eagles. Really pretty area and a great excursion.

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By Rick Benken

Incredible place for seeing more eagles than you can count!

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By Miquel Rafa

A heaven for Bald Eagles, Brown Bears and Salmon. Close to road, easy to watch wildlife

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By Deirdre Piggott

If you like bald eagles or owls. If you like learning about wildlife in the area. Then this’s the place for you.

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