Haines, Alaska is definitely a small town… unless you count the bald eagle population! There’s a good argument for counting the flying folks — the town’s actually home to a nature preserve for the species, plus it’s the HQ of the American Bald Eagle Foundation. But there’s more to Haines than majestic feathered creatures, plus spawning salmon and grizzly bears — there’s history in this former army post that was sold to a group of veterans in the 1940s. You’ll see it in the galleries and museums, including one that’s very, very dedicated to hammers, boasting 2,000 different... Read More

Haines, Alaska is definitely a small town… unless you count the bald eagle population! There’s a good argument for counting the flying folks — the town’s actually home to a nature preserve for the species, plus it’s the HQ of the American Bald Eagle Foundation. But there’s more to Haines than majestic feathered creatures, plus spawning salmon and grizzly bears — there’s history in this former army post that was sold to a group of veterans in the 1940s. You’ll see it in the galleries and museums, including one that’s very, very dedicated to hammers, boasting 2,000 different ones. But don’t miss the local flavor, as the downtown foodie scene is packed with places for a bite, and perhaps a freshly-brewed sip or two. Read Less