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Haines Tourism & Sightseeing
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Haines has the look and feel of a true Alaska town as it is absent of the touristy type shops and activities of other towns - fewer cruise ships so visitors enjoy a more relaxed, uncrowded setting. Haines is known for its wildlife and outdoor adventure possibilities. Visitors can enjoy a liesurely pace or push for the extreme adventures in the most picturesque setting in Southeast Alaska. Haines is a also a great hub and spoke location. It's easy to stay and play in Haines and also take a day trip on one of the fast pedestrian ferries to Skagway or Juneau.
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Top Haines Attractions
Haines museums a Plenty; Sheldon Museum a history and cultural stop about Haines and its surroundings, Hammer Museum a museum dedicated to the history of the hammer, and our American Bald Eagle Foundation and Raptor Center dedicated to the natural history of Haines and its wild things. Enjoy our displays of several native totem poles and their stories , a self-guided tour of Fort William H Seward (once an active military post), and a self-guided walking tour of our historic working cannery.
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Top Things To Do In Haines
Haines boasts about our local tours; rafting the Chilkat River South, jetboating the Chilkat River North, flightseeing over many glaciers including Glacier Bay, Kroschel's Wildlife Center, 4X4 ride at an elevation of 1100 feet, sea kayaking our many outlets, accessible famous Chilkoot River bear viewing area, and there's plenty more activities to fill your dance card.
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Best Time to Visit Haines
The best time to visit Haines, Alaska is in the summer and winter. Summer temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 40's. Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 20's and highs in the low 30's. Winter nights are cold with lows in the low 20's.
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Monthly Temperatures in Haines
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Month
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Low
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Avg
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High
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January
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18.4
F°
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23.3
F°
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28.2
F°
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February
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22.6
F°
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27.7
F°
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32.7
F°
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March
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27.7
F°
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33.3
F°
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38.9
F°
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April
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34.5
F°
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41.6
F°
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48.6
F°
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May
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41.7
F°
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49.5
F°
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57.3
F°
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June
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48.4
F°
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56.0
F°
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63.5
F°
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July
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51.1
F°
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58.5
F°
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65.9
F°
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August
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49.3
F°
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57.0
F°
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64.6
F°
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September
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43.6
F°
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50.4
F°
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57.2
F°
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October
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36.7
F°
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41.6
F°
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46.5
F°
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November
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26.0
F°
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30.8
F°
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35.5
F°
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December
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21.6
F°
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26.0
F°
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30.4
F°
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More Information
Find more information about Haines by visiting the local visitor bureau (Haines Convention and Visitors Bureau) or request a visitor guide to be mailed to you!
Other Destinations Near Haines To Visit
Haines, in conjunction with Skagway, Whitehorse and Juneau constitute the Golden Circle Route. Throughout the summer months daily ferry service is available between Haines and Skagway. A day trip to Juneau departing out of Haines is a great option on the Fjord Express. Sail down in the morning and look for whales. Once in Juneau a stop at the Mendenhall Glacier is included as well as a tour of town. Plan a flight into Gustavus for the night and enjoy a day cruise into Glacier Bay. Head to Haines Junction, Yukon and explore the Kluane National Park and Preserve, on your way out of town via the Haines Highway National Scenic Byway stop by the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. Continue your drive to Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon Territory, offering you museums and outdoor adventuers, round trip from Haines is 480 miles.
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