Three Saints Bay

Three Saints Bay is a bay stretching about 14 kilometers (8.7 miles) along the southeastern coast of Kodiak Island, north of Sitkalidak Strait. The site contains remains of buildings, tools, and other artifacts that document early European activities and indigenous settlement patterns.

Russian explorer Grigori Chelikhov founded the first European settlement here in 1784, naming it after his expedition ship. This location became a center of Russian fur trade operations in Alaska and shaped the region for decades.

The archaeological remains reveal how Alutiiq communities and European settlers lived together and interacted during the colonial period. Objects and structures tell of daily exchange and adaptation between these two worlds.

Plan your visit well ahead, as access depends on weather conditions and seasonal transportation options to Kodiak Island. Bring sturdy gear and be flexible, since site conditions can change quickly depending on the season and climate.

The bay's waters hold submerged archaeological finds that reveal how people moved through and used this coastal area over time. These underwater discoveries show details about hunting routes and trade networks that would otherwise remain hidden.

Location: Kodiak Island Borough

GPS coordinates: 57.14917,-153.48806

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:41