Sitka National Historical Park

Sitka National Historical Park is a national park in Alaska that displays totem poles, walking trails, and historic buildings from different eras. The grounds cover about 113 acres and offer views of rainforest and mountains in the surrounding landscape.

The park marks the 1804 battle between the Tlingit people and Russian fur traders, the last major clash of that kind in Alaska. The area then became an important center under Russian control for managing and organizing life in the region.

The space shows how Russian and Tlingit cultures existed side by side, visible in the buildings and totem poles scattered throughout. Walking through the park, you encounter the stories of both communities woven into what you see around you.

The woodland is open year-round, though warmer months offer better conditions for hiking and wildlife watching. A visitor center at the entrance gives directions and information about the trails and what to see at each stop.

Salmon travel through Indian River as it flows through the park, a regular part of the local food chain here. Eagles and black bears use the protected forest and appear regularly, especially during warmer months when food is abundant.

Location: Sitka

Inception: 1972

Website: https://nps.gov/sitk

GPS coordinates: 57.04694,-135.31389

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:54