Kristin's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Mendenhall Glacier
Multiple trails, waterfalls, bear siting area, visitors center
One mile walk to a sandy beach. You can eat spruce tips and fiddle heads on the way. Absolutely gorgeous.
Boyscout beach
401 Cordova StOne mile walk to a sandy beach. You can eat spruce tips and fiddle heads on the way. Absolutely gorgeous.
Auke Village Recreation Area is in walking distance from the house, also a two minute drive. You can swim in the ocean, build sand castles, BBQ, make a fire. There are public restrooms available as well. We always park after the fourth speed bump- closer to restroom.
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Auke Recreation Area
Auke Village Recreation Area is in walking distance from the house, also a two minute drive. You can swim in the ocean, build sand castles, BBQ, make a fire. There are public restrooms available as well. We always park after the fourth speed bump- closer to restroom.
The tram takes you to the top of Mount Robert’s. There are gift shops and trails to venture around on. Sometimes there is a rescued bald eagle to see. There is also a restaurant if you get hungry- we usually eat before we go on the tram ;)
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Mount Roberts Tramway station
490 S Franklin StThe tram takes you to the top of Mount Robert’s. There are gift shops and trails to venture around on. Sometimes there is a rescued bald eagle to see. There is also a restaurant if you get hungry- we usually eat before we go on the tram ;)
Herbert Glacier Trailhead
State Highway 7Great bike riding trail. Flat. About 15-20 minute drive from house.
Eagle Beach
Wild strawberry field- Picking is usually best June and July. Picnic area.
A bishop built this Catholic Church by hand.
Breath taking view while walking through a fairy tale forest.
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Shrine of Saint Therese
21425 Glacier HwyA bishop built this Catholic Church by hand.
Breath taking view while walking through a fairy tale forest.
Alaska State Museum
395 Whittier StFood scene
Located in the Forbidden Peak Brewery. Good food. Family friendly. Stunning view of Auke Bay.
Red Spruce
11798 Glacier HighwayLocated in the Forbidden Peak Brewery. Good food. Family friendly. Stunning view of Auke Bay.
Forbidden Peak Brewery
11798 Glacier HwyGreat Alaskan beer. Gorgeous view of Auke Bay.
Chan's Thai Kitchen
11820 Glacier HwyHistoric building that used to service float planes in the 1940’s.
https://www.hangaronthewharf.com/
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Hangar On The Wharf
2 Marine WayHistoric building that used to service float planes in the 1940’s.
https://www.hangaronthewharf.com/
Good burgers. Restaurant is located inside Squires Rest Bar and kids are not allowed. You can order to go.
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Devils Hideaway
5364 Glacier HwyGood burgers. Restaurant is located inside Squires Rest Bar and kids are not allowed. You can order to go.
Breeze In - Valley
2200 Trout StGood donuts, pastries and bagels/cream cheese.
Auke Bay Cafe
11806 Glacier HwyDrive-thru coffee shop. Excellent service and coffee. My children love their hot chocolate
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The Grind Coffee Company
10187 Jensine StDrive-thru coffee shop. Excellent service and coffee. My children love their hot chocolate
Sandpiper Cafe
429 W Willoughby AveDelicious breakfast
Devil's Club Brewing Company
100 N Franklin StRoma Bistro
2 Marine WayJuno Froyo
8585 Old Dairy RdKids Entertainment
Nice option on a rainy day. Lazy river, slides and sprinklers. Reasonably priced.
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Dimond Park Aqautic Center
3045 Dimond Park LoopNice option on a rainy day. Lazy river, slides and sprinklers. Reasonably priced.
Large playground at Twin Lakes
https://m.facebook.com/projectplaygroundtwinlakes/photos/a.10154259247082276/10156783964077276/?type=3&source=44
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Twin Lakes
3401-3499 Glacier HwyLarge playground at Twin Lakes
https://m.facebook.com/projectplaygroundtwinlakes/photos/a.10154259247082276/10156783964077276/?type=3&source=44
Rentals
Close to house- in Auke Bay Harbor. Rent kayaks, boats and paddle boards.
Alaska Boat and Kayak Rental Shop
11521 Glacier HwyClose to house- in Auke Bay Harbor. Rent kayaks, boats and paddle boards.
Shopping
Hickok's Trading Co
285 S Franklin StAlaska souvenirs