Get Out There
SNORKELING , JET SKIING , GUIDED HIKES
You zip up your wetsuit and crunch your neoprene-covered feet across the rocky shores of the beach . In the near distance , you spot Magic Island , a local favorite known for its secret sandy pathway that only appears when the tide runs low . Luckily , today the tide is low , making this a perfect launching spot for snorkeling .
A 3-hour tour booked with Selkie Snorkels means you ’ ll spend the better part of your morning searching for sea creatures like crabs , abalone , rockfish , sea anemones , and octopi . Expert guides will encourage you to take in the wildlife below the surface . Pointing out small wonders like a kelp snail clinging to the swaying vegetation . It ’ s one of owner Ellie Schmidt ’ s favorite things to observe . “ I love seeing how the underwater flora and fauna changes each day at Magic Island ,” she says .
Across the way , a pair of jet skiers coast over the top of the water . A windless day makes the ocean look like a sheet of glass . When they booked their jet skis from Sitka Jet Ski Rentals , they knew they were in for an adventure , but they had no idea just how impressive the experience would be .
On land , a group of visitors join their guide for a hike up Harbor Mountain . Tongass Treks offers several guided hikes on the island with unforgettable panoramic views of Sitka . Later in the week , they ’ ll opt for the tour that takes them along Indian River and up to the 70-foot waterfall . In Sitka , the ways to explore are truly limitless , and with options as immersive as snorkeling , guided hikes , and jet skiing , you ’ ll get to experience our town the way our locals do . While most of these guided activities are limited to the warmer summer months , those who visit in the fall and winter can still request specialized treks .
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