Explore Alaska's only private, Native-owned port destination. Grab a coffee and explore at your own pace.
Quick Facts
Weather Range
37-59F (3-15C)
Currency
USD
Language
English
Time Zone
AKST (UTC-9)
Overview
Icy Strait Point is Alaska's largest privately-owned cruise destination, built on the site of a former fish cannery and operated by the Huna Totem Corporation. The location, on Chichagof Island across from Glacier Bay, delivers stunning wilderness access without the crowds of traditional ports. The world's longest zipline (over 5,000 feet, dropping 1,300 feet) is the showstopper attraction, but wildlife viewing often steals the show—humpback whales bubble-net feeding, brown bears fishing for salmon, and bald eagles everywhere. The restored cannery buildings house a museum, shops, and restaurants serving locally-caught seafood. This is Tlingit land, and the cultural center showcases authentic Indigenous art, performances, and storytelling. The surrounding Tongass rainforest has hiking, kayaking, and the kind of raw Alaska beauty that reminds you why people are so obsessed with this state. With cruise ships docking rather than tendering, access is easy despite the remote location.
Top Sights
Huna Tribal House
Traditional clan house showcasing Tlingit culture through authentic performances, storytelling, and art. This isnt a Vegas-style show—its the. real deal, presented by the Huna Tlingit people whose land this is.
ZipRider
The world's longest zipline drops 1,300 feet over more than 5,000 feet of cable through rainforest canopy at speeds up to. 60 mph. The views over Icy Strait and the adrenaline rush make this legendary.
Wilderness Museum
The restored cannery buildings house a museum documenting the salmon industry that defined this area for over a century. Walking. through the machinery and bunkhouses reveals the hard reality of early 20th-century Alaska work.
Neighborhoods
Cannery Area
Local eats and photo spots
Hoonah
Local eats and photo spots
Wilderness Zone
Local eats and photo spots
Shore Excursions
Make the most of your time in port. These popular excursions are just a sampling of what's available—whether you're after thrills, culture, or pure relaxation.
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