Haines

Why Visit Haines? # The smell of woodsmoke and damp cedar drifts off the water as the Alaska Marine Highway ferry glides into the dock, pushing aside a thin morning mist that clings to the base of the surrounding peaks. Situated on the Lynn Canal, this community offers a distinct pace of life compared to the more heavily touristed cruise ship ports further south. Towering mountains plunge directly into the deep, dark fjords, creating a landscape that feels both raw and deeply grounding for travelers arriving from the Lower 48.