There’s A Tiny Town In Alaska Completely Surrounded By Breathtaking Natural Beauty
Known as the adventure capital of Alaska, the tiny town of Haines is a sweet little hidden gem that packs an awfully fascinating amount of punch. With its location on the northern part of the Alaska Panhandle, the raw and rugged natural beauty in the area is absolutely renowned. Massive mountain peaks that give way to larger-than-life glacial landmasses are just the tip of the adventuresome iceberg. The town is also a winter wonderland paradise that attracts adrenaline junkies from all around the world. Soon enough you’ll see what all the fuss is about, and why countless visitors flock to this special spot all year long.
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Completely surrounded by lush natural beauty, the small community of Haines is home to only 2,500 year-round residents but its renowned sights attract visitors from all around the world.
This highway passes through British Columbia on its way to the junction at the Alaska Highway and Haines Junction in the Yukon. While you can drive, wildly harsh winter weather conditions often times make this trek nearly impossible for half of the year.
If you do decide to make the drive, be sure to always keep your eyes peeled for wildlife roaming freely in their natural habitat.
But Haines is so much more than just a seasonal destination. It gets a LOT of snow and it totally transforms into a winter wonderland during the off-season.
These life-changing adventures for the adrenaline junkie crowd offer supreme power and panoramic views that will literally blow your mind into another solar system.
Before we sign off, let us remind you that every day spent in Haines is worthy of getting up early to soak in the sunrise and staying up late enough to reward yourself with an epic sunset view.
Living and loving life in Alaska, Courtney enjoys living a happy life based on simple principles; work hard, be kind, stay humble. She is an avid dog lover with hobbies that include running, fly fishing, hiking & snowboarding.
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