Step onto a historic islet in the heart of Wrangell Harbor to experience the living heritage of the Naanya.aayí clan. Chief Shakes Island preserves an authentic hand-adzed Tlingit tribal house surrounded by towering totem poles overlooking working docks.

A true backcountry adventure on Wrangell Island’s southern road system. Climb up through hemlock slopes onto a high-elevation boardwalk that opens to a pristine wilderness lake ringed by granite ridges.

Ascend through temperate rainforest along stepped timber boardwalks to a high observation platform overlooking Wrangell Harbor and Zimovia Strait. A rewarding, short-climb summit hike made famous by naturalist John Muir in 1879.

Experience one of the most uniquely Alaskan golf courses on earth—a 9-hole USGA-rated course carved right out of temperate rainforest and peat muskeg, complete with a local raven rule.

Hike down through towering spruce and cedar forest to reach a secluded saltwater beach along Zimovia Strait. This hidden gem offers beachcombing, scenic picnic spots, and tranquil water views south of town.

Walk among ancient rock art pecked into dark metamorphic slate right at the edge of the Pacific Ocean. Located less than a mile from downtown Wrangell, this park offers a rare look at prehistoric Indigenous craftsmanship, beachcombing, and panoramic views across the Stikine Strait.

Journey into deep temperate rainforest along a cascading creek that culminates in a dramatic waterfall observation deck. This signature Wrangell day hike delivers towering old-growth trees, lush ferns, and sweeping coastal views.

Explore the cultural heritage of Wrangell—the only Alaskan town to exist under four flags. Located right on the waterfront, the Nolan Center houses one of the state's most comprehensive collections of Native artifacts, gold rush relics, and regional history.

Venture into the remote southern reaches of Wrangell Island. This immersive wilderness trail follows old-growth ridges and muskeg bogs to the shore of Thoms Lake, a haven for fishing, paddling, and forest tranquility.

An inviting, low-impact nature walk weaving through spruce-hemlock forests, open muskeg bogs, and creek crossings. Located just over a mile from town, it provides an easy, family-friendly wilderness experience.