Hoonah, AK

Hoonah is a tight-knit coastal community on Chichagof Island, about thirty miles west of Juneau across the waters of Icy Strait. It is the largest Tlingit village in Alaska, giving the town a rich cultural foundation alongside its quiet island pace. Daily life revolves around the ocean, with a working waterfront where locals head out for salmon, halibut, and crab. Summer brings a seasonal lift from cruise visitors at Icy Strait Point, a historic cannery turned adventure hub. Reached only by ferry or small plane, Hoonah offers scenic rainforest living with a strong sense of community.