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Tongass National Forest

  • Alaska

photo: Brock Martin, United States Forest Service

Why go there?

America's largest national forest, Tongass spans most of Southeast Alaska and is famous for its wildlife viewing, fishing and hiking. You can rent a cabin, take a sled-dog ride on a glacier and see amazing vistas with bears and eagles. Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center is a great place to start, but there are several spots to view wildlife. The Southeast Alaska Discovery Center offers a deep dive into native culture.

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    Tongass National Forest

    • Alaska

    Exploring Juneau & The Tongass National Forest's Island of Bears

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    Alice Ford

    • Glacial features

    • Hiking

    • Wildlife viewing

    • Whale watching

    • Bears

    • Conservation

    • Photography

    • Waterfalls