Haines is located in Haines Borough at the terminus of the Alaska Marine Highway (entering the state), or the beginning of the Alaska Marine Highway (leaving the state). Haines was originally called "Dtehshuh" by the Chilkat Indians, which means "end of the trail." Located on Portage Cove at the Chilkoot Inlet of the Lynn Canal, Haines is 13 miles from Skagway by water, but 359 miles by road. The site is an old Indian trading post that attracted Russian and American settlers and missionaries. It later grew as a mining supply center.

Just south of the city on Portage Cove is the site of Fort Seward, the first permanent U.S. military installation, which began as an Army post and was incorporated into the city. Haines also is the home to the world's largest congregation of bald eagles. Visit Chilkat Eagle Bald Eagle Preserve, just 18 miles from Haines, for a glimpse of those impressive birds of prey.

Alaska State Parks Chilkat State Park |
Art Alaska Indian Arts | Form and Function Art Gallery | Raven's Window | Whale Rider Gallery |
Bed and Breakfasts and Country Inns A Sheltered Harbor Bed & Breakfast | Chilkat Eagle Bed & Breakfast | Chilkat Valley Inn Bed & Breakfast | On The Beach Inn | The Summer Inn Bed & Breakfast |
Education Covenant Life College |
Restaurants, Cafes, Delis, Bakeries Alaska Dinner Cruise | Bamboo Room Restaurant | Haines Brewing Co. | Klondike Saloon & Restaurant |
History Alaska Indian Arts | Klukwan | Sheldon Museum & Cultural Center |
Public Libraries Haines Borough Public Library |
Motels, Hotels and Resorts Bear Creek Cabins | Captains Choice Motel | Eagle's Nest Motel | Fort Seward Condos | Fort Seward Lodge & Restaurant | Hotel Halsingland Restaurant & Lounge | Mountain View Motel | Mountain View Motel | Salmon Run Campground & Cabins | Thunderbird Motel | Weeping Trout Sport Resort |
RV campgrounds and dealers Haines Hitch-Up RV Park | Port Chilkoot Camper Park |
Science Alaska Nature Tour | Haines 40 NW | Haines Airport | Haines Terminal | River Adventures |
Shopping Chilkoot Gardens | The Far North |
Sports and Sporting Events Sockeye Cycle Co |
Transportation Chilkat Cruises & Tours | Haines Airport | Haines Seaplane Base | L.A.B. Flying Service |
Wildlife Viewing Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School | Chilkat Guides, Ltd | Glacier Valley Wilderness Adventures | John Katzeek Guiding Service | Location: Haines Alaska 99827

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