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You can feel the charming history in the beautiful town of Craig, Alaska. They have excellent walking trails. The old cannery is an "out and back" type walk that showcases historical artifacts from the Japan Tsunami and at the end is a beautiful hand carved memorial to those lost at sea. The ballpark/graveyard trail is also an "out and back" type that highlights a veterans memorial with a fascinating canopy of trees and many picture friendly sites. The enjoyable 1-mile is low impact, yet slightly challenging is pet-friendly and one you will remember. You can walk "the loop" around Hamilton for a perfect 3 mile walk about. Our Healing Heart Totem Pole is a sacred spot which thousands have visited to share its meaning.We have local artist shops and stores that will ensure you leave with a memorablegift from your trip. Many local restaurants and taverns and over 25 local B&B's and hotels to choose from, they know you will find a place that makes you feel at home. Craigalso hostsThe Island Grind monthly which provides music and entertainment to all followed by a light dessert. Monthly swap meet and events are listed oncraigak.com. There's not a month that goes by that doesn't have a special event. The 4th of July is a special time of year with more than 3 days of packed events. This year Craig is hosting the Island Art Extravaganza in September! They offer free site seeing trips throughcityhall, and you can even volunteer for a day and ride with their local EMS squad or the fight the fire you've always dreamed of! Tlingit and Haida peoples traditionally used this area for its rich seafood resources, and still do. Craig is the most populous community on Prince of Wales Island and the leading business center. In the early 1900s, a fish saltery was established on nearby Fish Egg Island and a salmon cannery was built in Craig. Beginning in the 1950s, Craig’s major industry was logging, but with changes in demand and less available timber for sale, the town has diversified into many other economic sectors. Craig is the retail, service and transportation hub of the Island. Fishing, fish processing, timber operations, government and commercial services provide employment and goods for the community. Tourism and recreational opportunities also abound in Craig and surrounding areas. Among the recreational facilities are a community swimming pool, a city gym and numerous parks. A number of fishing charters and wildlife-watching options are available.
There are plenty of places to stay in Craig, but they can fill up fast especially in the summer months so it’s best to plan ahead. Check out the accommodations available in Craig and contact them today to book your trip!
There’s no better way to start your day in Alaska then by taking a hike. Check out the hiking trails located near Craig and add them to your itinerary. You’ll be sure to hear and see a plethora of wildlife and abundant plant life in the forests!
Check to see what events are happening in Craig, Alaska during your visit. Attending local events is a great way to get immersed in the rich culture on Prince of Wales Island. There are many festivals and celebrations planned throughout the year!
Smart Recovery
Start: June 27th, 2024
Location: POW Health Network office, 333 Cold Storage Rd, beside the optometrist office in Craig
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TREE COOKIE PAINTING
Start: June 28th, 2024
Location: Craig Public Library
Contact: Librarian
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Craig Fourth of July
Start: July 3rd, 2024
End: July 5th, 2024
Location: Craig, Alaska
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First Fridays' Art Walk
Start: July 5th, 2024
Location: Westwind Plaza, Craig
Contact: Gretchen Klein
Contact Email: [emailprotected]
Visitor Testimonials
Sunnahae Mountain Trail - Stephanie
This newer trail up Sunnahae mountain is such a great way to get up high for beautiful views. Don't be put off by the steepness of the lower trail; it gets better if you just keep going! The views are incredible. And if you go all the way to the top the little summer wildflowers are delightfully beautiful!
Brittany Hart
I visited with my wife for a few days, and we wish we had more time here! We explored a few trails in Craig and in the Tongass Forest, hiked to a cave, kayaked and went fishing. We saw so many bald eagles, a whale, otters, and a few cats. No black bears spotted on this trip, but it can be fun to see their behinds running away because they are shy. A deer on a local trail by the baseball field stayed near us for a while and it truly felt magical to be out here. The city of Craig has some great restaurants and the locals are very friendly. We can't wait for our next trip in a few months.
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133°09’ W - 55°28’ N
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Late 1800's
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est 1127
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