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Whale watching, as its name states, is observing whales (and dolphins) in their natural habitat. Whale watching is primarily a recreational activity, but it can also serve scientific and educational purposes. Join a whale-watching tour of Petersburg for breathtaking views of marine mammals. During the summer, humpback whales in the vicinity of Petersburg feed in…

Petersburg is a small but vibrant town located on the northern tip of wooded Mitkof Island with approximately 3000 residents. The unusual small town gets its charm from its friendly locals and the sceneries the surrounding wilderness offers, so, being a small town, it is the perfect place to go to if you want to…

Established in 1998, The Petersburg Marine Mammal Center is a nonprofit organization that offers education programs, assists research fields, and propagates research information and sightings of marine mammals in Southeast Alaska. They focus mainly on preserving and recovering humpback whales and public education about marine mammals in Southeast Alaska. They focus on four core initiatives:…

Petersburg is well known for its beautiful scenery and is also known as one of the few places in Southeast Alaska that offers several hiking opportunities. You’ll be spoiled with all the choices you’ll have for the unique hikes in Petersburg sprinkled across the borough. Just make sure to pack your walking shoes and a…