Hoonah (Xunaa in Tlingit) is a largely Tlingit community on Chichagof Island, located in Alaska's panhandle in the southeast region of the state. It is 30 miles (48 km) west of Juneau, across the Alaskan Inside Passage. Hoonah is the only first-class city on Chichagof Island, the 109th largest island in the world and the 5th largest island in the United States. At the 2010 census the population was 760, down from 860 at the 2000 census. In the summer the population can swell to over 1,300 depending on fishing, boating, hiking and hunting conditions. "Hoonah" became the official spelling in 1901, with establishment of the Hoonah branch of the United States Post Office. Xunaa means "protected from the North Wind" in the Tlingit language.
Restaurants in Hoonah
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Glacier Wind Charters provides personalized, small-group whale watching tours departing from Hoonah, Alaska near Icy Strait Point. Icy Strait affords our guests a unique whale and wildlife watching experience which will be enjoyed aboard our specially designed catamaran, Kohola. With a lifetime of experience on the local waters, captain Shawn has been providing our guests with memories that will last a lifetime since 1995.
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Icy Strait Whale adventures is located near Icy Strait Point in the town of Hoonah. We offer guaranteed whale watching on our 40' North River custom built boat. Our spacious boat is very comfortable with heated cabin, restroom and large windows for viewing whales and wildlife. Our Captains will delight in sharing the majestic beauty that is Alaska on this 3 hour whale watching tour which can take you along the coastline to either Point Adolphus, Icy Strait or up Neka Bay.
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Hoonah Travel Adventures is an Alaskan, family owned small business! We are committed to providing our guests with the best customer service in the industry! Our tours offer a unique and thrilling memory of the pristine natural beauty of Hoonah, Alaska. We cater to the cruise ships that visit Icy Strait Point! We offer a Whale Watch, a City & Brewery Tour, a Wilderness Tour & Brown Bear Search, a Tlingit Canoe & Cultural Experience! We are the largest privately owned tour company in Hoonah! We are proud to be independent and do not sell through the cruise ships! All or our tours are timed to coincide with the cruise ships schedules. All tours pick up and drop off at the Icy Strait Point Excursions Hub, a short 6-8 minute walk from your ship. We would love to share Hoonah with you! We will see you in Alaska!
5.0 based on 135 reviews
Established in the early 1960s, Tok River Outfitters, now a second generation Alaskan business, is still owned and operated by the original founder’s family. We currently offer excursions for saltwater fishing, whale watching and marine nature tours in the waters of Icy Strait, long renowned for it's abundance of marine wildlife and excellent saltwater fishing opportunities. Please call, text or email for availability, pricing and policies.
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Native Alaskans Keith and Edna Skaflestad invite you to come along with them for a "Real Alaskan Experience."
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Immerse yourself in Native culture! Gather at the Heritage Center Native Theater for the Tribal Dance and Cultural Legends performance showcasing the rich heritage of a people shaped by the wild lands and inland seas of southeast Alaska. Wearing their colorful, traditional regalia, a group of proud Huna Tlingit performers share their history and culture through song, dance and storytelling. The show culminates in a lively traditional celebration... and you're invited to join in! Please refrain from photography and videotaping during the performance: The actors will be available for photos immediately afterward. Duration Approximately 1.0 hour
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Situated in the remote Tlingit community of Hoonah, Alaska, located on Chichagof Island, Icy Strait Brewing focuses on bringing quality beer to both locals and visitors alike, using local ingredients when possible. We are proud to bring you a unique beer experience as special as the community we inhabit.
Stopped hear on a cruise and enjoyed several of their brews. Enjoyed watching the Bald Eagles near by and seeing the Eagles Nest. Since it was early my wife had the coffee while I had the beer. So they have ALL the brews covered.
4.0 based on 1,265 reviews
Icy Strait Point is located in the town of Hoonah on Chichagof Island. We are a quick 20 minute flight from Juneau, Alaska. Icy Strait Point is the only private cruise ship destination in Alaska; we offer over 20 different shore excursions including ATVs, biking, kayaking, nature tours, the best whale watching in Alaska and the world's largest and highest zipline ride. We also have 3 waterfront restaurants with breathtaking views offering some of the freshest seafood you will ever eat. Don't miss our unique shopping center, a free museum, walking trails, etc.
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12 Different Shops to Choose from at Icy Strait PointShopping can be a huge amount of stress in most Alaskan towns. Here at Icy Strait Point our cannery shops are just a few steps away from the dock making it easy to find the right souvenirs to bring home to your friends and family. All of our shops are Alaskan or locally owned and operated!
5.0 based on 86 reviews
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