The community of Wrangell is located
on the north end of Wrangell Island on Alaska's Inside Passage in the heart of the Tongass National Forest.
Wrangell is strategically located between the community of Petersburg in
the north and Prince of Wales Island in the southwest. Wrangell is a convenient" Base
Camp" for travelers wanting to explore the natural wonders, wildlife and
culture of Central Southeast Alaska's rural communities.
Experience Alaskan hospitality and visit authentic Alaskan towns ~ Central
Southeast!
Wrangell and Central Southeast are "Alaska's
One Stop Vacation Shop" tm and
is a world class wilderness vacation destination. The area offers abundant
wildlife viewing, glaciers, fresh & saltwater fishing, camping
hiking, biking, whale and marine life watching, caving, river and ocean
kayaking & canoeing,
brown & black bear viewing, birding, Alaska Native, local and Norwegian
culture and historic sites, delicious seafood, majestic coastal mountains,
international river exploration and adventures!
The Wrangell Chamber of Commerce invites you
to visit our community. Wrangell is known as the friendliest town in
Alaska and Wrangellites are wonderful hosts! Please visit our Business
Directory to chamber member businesses offering visitor related services.
Wrangell Chamber of Commerce Visitor Inquiries are directly forwarded to chamber member businesses that offer a variety of professional visitor & travel services.
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WHAT TO DO:
Tours, Attractions & Activities
on the island:
Bus & Van Tours
Walking Tours
Car
Rentals
Bike Rentals
Kayak Rentals
Canoe
Rentals
Shopping
Chief Shakes Island & Tribal
House
Petroglyph Beach - Alaska State Historic Site & Park
Kik-Setti
Totem park
Wrangell Museum
Wrangell
Public Library
Indoor and Outdoor Shooting
Ranges
Chief Shakes Grave Site
Wrangell Swimming Pool, Weight & Exercise Rooms & Racquetball Court
Muskeg Meadows USGA rated,
9 Hole Golf Course
City Park
Mount Dewey Trail
Shoemaker Bay Park
Volunteer Base Ball Park
Nature Trail
Nemo Point Camping Site
and Picnic Area
Nemo Saltwater Access trail
Lower Salamander Creek Recreation
Site
Upper Salamander Creek Recreation
Site
Salamander Ridge Trail
Rainbow Falls Trail
Institute Creek Trail
Shoemaker Bay Overlook Shelter
North Wrangell Trail
Highbush Lake Trail
Earl West Cove Recreation Site
Long Lake Recreation Site
Long Lake Trail
Thoms Creek Recreation Site
Thoms Lake Trail
Fresh Water Fishing
Berry Picking
Birding Hunting
Sightseeing
Beach Combing
Tours & Attraction off the
island.
Rent a U.S. Forest Service
cabin.
Fresh & Saltwater Fishing
Stikine River Tours
Areas
on the Lower Stikine River
Garnet Ledge, Chief Shakes Glacier, Twin Lakes
Overnight excursions to Telegraph
Creek, British Columbia, Canada
Areas on the "main land" or
continental United States;
Mill Creek
Trail
Aarons Creek Trail
Anan
Bear & Wildlife Observatory
Nearby Islands:
LeConte
Glacier
Petersburg "Little Norway"
Mallard Slough Trail
Kunk
Lake Trail
HOW TO GET HERE:
Alaska
Airlines flight
64 flies daily to Wrangell northbound from Seattle, Washington U.S.A.
and Alaska Airlines flight 65 flies daily
to Wrangell southbound from Juneau, Alaska.
Alaska
Marine Highway System has scheduled ferry service to the island.
Smaller commercial inter-island flights and water taxis are available
as well.
Central Southeast's new inter-island ferry, the MV Stikine in now online! Additional information can be accessed at www.interislandferry.com The northern
route will run between Wrangell, Coffman Cove and Petersburg.
MARINERS: Wrangell is the perfect destination for visitors traveling on
private or commercial vessels. Wrangell has 4 modern harbors; Reliance,
Inner Reliance, Shoemaker and recently completed Heritage Harbor in addition
to City Summer Float to accommodate transient vessels. Larger vessels can
moor at City Dock or Mill Dock.
The Port of Wrangell has a variety of marine
services such as fuel service, boat ramps, grids and hoist, a newly
constructed boat haul out, professional
marine repair and shipwright services such as aluminum fabrication
and engine repair. Our harbors feature a total of 500 berths and
can accommodate
vessels up to 1000 feet.
Visitors will find public restrooms,
showers, laundramats and telephones conveniently located near most
harbors. There are well-stocked grocery
stores with
delivery service, liquor stores, hardware store, gift shops, internet
cafes, fast food and espresso stands, cafes and restaurants. Wrangell's
Harbor moorage rates are competitive and electricity and water is available.
Vessels
can hail the Wrangell Harbor Master on VHF channel 16 or call (907)
874-3736.
LOCAL WEATHER:
MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS: Wrangell is an excellent and inspiring meeting
location. The community has state of the art facilities to host a variety
of meetings and conventions. There are both public and private meeting
spaces. Meeting service providers include catering, transportation, accommodations
and custom corporate golf tournaments. Meeting planners can contact the
James and Elsie Nolan Center at 1-800-367-9745 or (907) 874-3699 or e-mail: nolancenter@wrangellalaska.org
ON YOUR CRUISE TO WRANGELL: The cruiser
has a limited time in Wrangell. Fortunately, most attractions are within
walking distance
or a short taxi
ride away!
Wrangell has a laid-back island atmosphere which makes the port extremely
unique from other Alaska ports of call. Most likely, your cruise ship will
be the only ship in town unless a small 80 passenger yacht is moored at
the other harbor.
Wrangell is an authentic and naturally
developed, working town. You will
see residents going about their daily business grocery shopping, taking
the dog or kids for a walk, visiting the library or going to check
their mail at the post office.
SHOPPING AND GALLERIES
YES, YES, YES, there is shopping in
Wrangell! We have over 19 shops and 2 galleries that sell a variety of gift items and souvenirs. A vendor
shelter is located next to the cruise ship or City Dock where local artisans
will be selling their wares and local kids sell Wrangell Garnets. There
are several shops located off of "Front Street" so make sure to look for "gift
shop" signs.
There are a variety of shore excursions that are offered in the Port of
Wrangell both on and off the island.
LODGING AND FOOD
Accommodations range from quaint B & B's to lodges, hotels, cabins,
hostel, and campgrounds for tent camping, public and private R.V. parks.
The town has several restaurants, delis, fast food, espresso shops & ice
cream parlors. Visitor will find delicious local seafood on most menus.
OTHER SERVICES:
Wrangell Public Safety building is located
at 431 Zimovia Highway. It houses the Police Department, Volunteer
Fire Department,
State Court House
and Jail. Wrangell has a privately owned pharmacy.
POLICE: (907) 874-3304
EMERGENCIES: 911
Wrangell Medical Center is located at 310 Bennett Street. Their number
is (907) 874-7000
Tideline Clinic: Local and visiting
physicians: (907) 874-7105
State and Federal office:
Alaska Department of Fish and Game: (907) 874-3822. They are located at
215 Front Street on the second floor in the Kadin building.
Fish and Wildlife Protection Trooper: (907)874-3215. They are located
at 215 Front Street on the second floor of the Kadin building.
U.S. Forest Service: (907) 874-2323. They are located at 525 Bennett Street.
For information, reservations or to purchase a permit call toll free: 1-800-44-6777
or visit www.reserveusa.com
U.S. Customs & Border Protection:
(907) 874-7899
Wrangell Senior Citizens Center: (907) 874-2066. They are located at 105
Church Street.
There are 11 different Houses of Worship on the island. Please see our
membership directory for local listings.
U.S. Post Office is located downtown
at Federal Way
(907) 874-3714. There are several commercial mail carriers, moving and
freight services.
Please see our membership directory for local listings.
