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Cruises and Charters
Location #49 B4 on map
Location #27 D5 on map
Alaska Dream Adventures
6 D4 Custom cruises & charters in PWS
alaskadreamventures.com
Tel: 907-694-2413
Phillips Cruises - 26 Glacier Cruise
4 C2 See tidewaters glaciers & wildlife up close
26glaciers.com
Tel: 800-544-0529
Alaska Marine Highway System
39 C4 Statewide passenger and vehicle ferry service
ferryalaska.com
Tel: 1-800-642-0066
Prince William Sound (PWS) Eco-Charters
20 E4 Fishing, sightseeing & transport up to 12
pwseco.com
Tel: 907-244-0234
Auklet Charter Services
10 E2 Multi-day nature tours/Research support
auklet.com
Tel: 907-424-3428
Princess Cruises & Tours
30 C2 Experience the thrill of an Alaska cruise vacation
princess.com
Tel: 1-800-PRINCESS
Lazy Otter Charters, Inc.
27 D5 Water taxi, custom sightseeing & kayak rental
lazyotter.com
Tel: 907-694-6887
Saltwater Excursions
16 E5 Fishing charters, sightseeing, hunting dropoffs
saltwaterexcursions.com
Tel: 907-360-7975
Major Marine Tours
5 D3 5-Hour glacier cruise
majormarine.com
Tel: 800-764-7300
Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises
15 E2 Glacier & wildlife cruises to/from Valdez
stanstephenscruises.com
Tel: 866-867-1297
MJ’s Bread n Butter Charters
2 D5 Fishing charters, fishing license & bait for sale
mjsbreadnbuttercharters.com
Tel: 907-887-9464 or 907-382-0996
Whittier Marine Charters
13 D3 Halibut & salmon fishing in PWS & Gulf of AK
fishwhittier.com
Tel: 907-440-9510
Alaska State Troopers/Police
67 B2 Tel: 907-783-0927
Chugach Alaska Corporation
60 B2 chugach-ak.com
Tel: 907-563-8866
City of Whittier
45 A4 whittieralaska.gov
Tel: 907-472-2327
Police/Fire/Ambulance
45 A4 Tel: 907-472-2340
Rent A Can
60 B2 Portable restrooms, trailers, handicap units
rentacan.net
Tel: 907-258-2267
Whittier Boat Owners Association
60 B2 whittierboa.org
Tel:907-345-2533
Whittier Christian Community Church
45 A4 Tel: 907-472-2483
Whittier Clinic
45 A4 Tel: 907-472-2303
Whittier Community School
41 A4 Tel: 907-472-2575
Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau
63 B1 visitkenai.com
Tel: 907-283-1991
Whittier Museum Association
50 B4 visitprincewilliamsound.com
Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau
60 B2 anchorage.net
Tel: 907-276-4118
Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council
63 B1 kenaipeninsula.org
Tel: 1-800-535-3624
Willard Island Video Productions
Specializing in photos & video of PWS since 1985
[email protected]
Tel: 907-694-7984
Cordova Chamber of Commerce
65 A2 cordovachamber.com
Tel: 907-424-7260
Seward Chamber of Commerce
70 B2 seward.com
Tel: 907-224-8051
Destination Alaska
FREE AK guidebook w/coupons at Whittier retailers
DestinationAlaska.com
Tel: 706-828-4343
Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce
66 A2 talkeetnachamber.org
Tel: 907-733-2330
Girdwood Chamber of Commerce
67 B2 GirdwoodChamber.com
Valdez Convention & Visitors Bureau
61 B2 valdezalaska.org
Tel: 907-835-2984
Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce
69 A2 fairbankschamber.org
Tel: 907-445-1105
Wrangell Chamber of Commerce
68 A2 wrangellchamber.org
Tel: 907-874-3901
Yukon Telephone Company, Inc.
47 B4 Affordable communication services
yukontel.com
Tel: 907-472-2300
Shops
Captain Cook’s Books & Gifts
31 D6 Books, maps, hats, gloves & unique gifts
[email protected]
Tel: 907-472-2636
Sound Ideas Gallery & Gifts - Whittier Fudge
22 D5 Alaska gifts, fudge, candy, clothes & visitor info
whittierfudge.com
Tel: 907-472-2535
Kenai Chamber of Commerce
63 B1 kenaichamber.org
Tel: 907-283-7989
Location #39 C4 on map
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Transportation
Activities
Fee’s Custom Seafoods
37 D6 Custom fish processing/Gift shop
feescustomseafoods.com
Tel: 907-472-5055
Alaska Railroad Corporation
1 C2 Freight and passenger services
alaskarailroad.com
Tel: 907-265-2300
Alaska ATV Adventures
62 B2 Guided backcountry trip on 4-wheel quad bikes
alaskaatvadventures.com
Tel: 907-440-5544
The Harbor Store/Outpost
38 D4 Rental cars, hardware, cell phones, liquor, food
Tel: 907-440-AVIS (2847)
Alaska Tour & Travel
60 B2 Alaska travel experts/Service to/from Whittier
alaskatravel.com
Tel: 800-208-0200
Alaska Sea Kayakers
32 D3/D5 Sea kayaking guided tours & rentals
alaskaseakayakers.com
Tel: 907-472-2534 or toll-free 1-877-472-2534
AVIS Rent A Car
19 D4 Vehicle rentals for local and one-way use
avisalaska.com
Tel: 907-440-2847
Alaska SeaLife Center
70 B2 Alaska’s aquarium/Wildlife rehabilitation facility
alaskasealife.org
Tel: 888-378-2525
Magic Bus
3 C2 Yr-round daily transportation service
themagicbus.com
Tel: 907-230-6773
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
64 B2 Non-profit wildlife refuge & education center
alaskawildlife.org
Tel: 907-783-2025
Prince William Sound Taxi
25 D5 Water taxi heated w/bathroom through PWS
princewilliamsoundtaxi.com
Tel: 907-440-PWST (7978)
Alpine Air Alaska, Inc.
67 B2 Yr-round heli flightseeing/Glacier dog sledding
alpineairalaska.com
Tel: 907-783-2360
Salmon Berry Tours
60 B2 Guided tours & transportation around Alaska
salmonberrytours.com
Tel: 907-278-3572
Whittier Boat Rental
13 D3 22’ - 30’ Boats available for rent
alaska-boat-rentals.com
Tel: 907-232-2783
PND Engineers, Inc.
60 B2 Civil, marine, structural, survey, permitting services
pndengineers.com
Tel: 907-561-1011
Shoreside Petroleum, Inc.
8 E3 Marine fuel supplier
shoresidepetroleum.com
Tel: 907-472-2314
Transfield Services
11 C1 transfieldservices.com
Tel: 907-472-2640
Whittier Parking & Camping
26 B3 Boat trailer & Cruise parking/Camping & tenting
whittierparking.com
Tel: 907-350-9793
Accommodations
Whittier Harbor Master
18 D4 Tel: 907-472-2330
Alaska Magazine
60 B2 alaskamagazine.com
Tel: 907-272-6070
Location #29 D5 on map
Services
Whittier Dock Enterprises, LLC
7 C2 Whittier cruise dock
Tel: 907-463-3223
Visitor Info
Location #4 C2 on map
Other
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Restaurants
Anchor Inn
49 B4 Hotel, restaurant, bar and grocery
anchorinnwhittier.com
Tel: 907-472-2354 or toll-free 1-877-870-8787
Hotel Seward & Restaurant, Ms. Gene’s Place
70 B2 Stay & dine in Seward! Alaska family owned
hotelsewardalaska.com
Tel: 800-440-2444 or 907-224-8001
Asian Motif Lodge
67 B2 Nightly rentals/Steamroom, activities, views
alyeskaadventures.com
Tel: 907-754-2400
The Inn at Whittier
17 E3 Whittier’s finest dining, bar & accommodations
innatwhittier.com
Tel: 907-472-3200
Bud & Carol’s Bed & Breakfast
67 B2 Yr-round/Located at mtn. base in Girdwood
budandcarolsbandb.com
Tel: 907-250-5738
June’s Whittier Condo Suites & Cleaning Service
43 A4 Night, week, month rentals/Cleaning/Yr-round
whittiersuitesonline.com
Tel: 888-472-6001 or 907-472-6001
Eshamy Bay Lodge
51 C5 Remote lodging, meals, amenities, heated
cabins
eshamybaylodge.com
Tel: 907-440-7978
Port Ashton Lodge
58 C5 Modern cabins, meals, kayaking, fishing &
more!
PortAshtonLodge.com
Tel: 907-376-0401
Glacier View Suites
9 A4 Spectacular views, 2 bedroom, kitchen, shuttle
glacierviewsuites.com
Tel: 877-870-8787
Location #51 C5 on map
China Sea
29 D5 Fresh seafood, lunch, dining with harbor views
Tel: 907-472-FOOD (3663)
The Ice Cream Shop
67 B2 Yr-round ice cream/espresso at Girdwood Tesoro Mall
theicecreamshop.com
Tel: 907-783-1008
The Inn at Whittier
17 E3 Breakfast, lunch, dinner & boxed lunches to go
innatwhittier.com
Tel: 907-472-3200
Lazy Otter Café & Gifts
27 D5 Espresso & gifts on the harbor
lazyotter.com
Tel: 907-694-6887
Swiftwater Seafood Café
33 E6 Seafood restaurant
swiftwaterseafoodcafe.com
Tel: 907-472-2550
Varly’s Ice Cream & Pizza Parlor
28 D5 Homemade pizza and gourmet ice cream
swiftwaterseafoodcafe.com
Tel: 907-472-2547
Location #67 B2 on map
2013
Tunnel information for your safety
the gateway to prince william sound
WHITTIER
ALASKA
In case of emergency
Tunnel rules
• Drive with headlights on
whittieralaskachamber.org
• Maximum speed is 25mph (40 kph)
• No tailgating
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Maintain a minimum safe distance of 100 feet (30 meters) between vehicles
Buses maintain 1,600 feet, trucks maintain 500 feet between vehicles
Motorcycles should be driven between the rails in single file with proper separation
• Motorcycle helmets are required in the tunnel
• Convertible vehicles must have the top in place
• Tire chains are not permitted in the Tunnel
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Photo© Bill Rome
Greater Whittier Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 607 Whittier, Alaska 99693
No flammable, explosive or oxidizing material
No hazardous cargo, with these exceptions; up to 12 gallons of gasoline, 100 pounds of propane, 400 cf of acetylene in a single container or a combined oxy/act set if properly secured.
• Attempt to move your vehicle to next
safehouse turnout to allow traffic to pass
• Use emergency telephone to inform the
Tunnel Operator of the situation
• Follow Tunnel Operator’s instructions
Parking
• Parking is restricted
• Park ONLY in designated parking area
• No overnight parking permitted
• Abandoned vehicles will be towed
For your protection
• 24-Hour recorded video surveillance & radar
• A fire truck and tow vehicle are located at both
ends of the tunnel
emergency equipment
• Emergency telephone, fire extinguisher and fire alarm are
located every 300 feet
• Phone has a direct link to the Tunnel Operator
want more information?
visit www.dot.state.ak.us/creg/whittiertunnel
or call 1-877-611-2586
For specific question about restrictions and operations
contact the Tunnel Manager at 1-907-472-2584 or
email: [email protected]
• Please use restroom before entering staging area
• Remain in the lane you entered
• Staging area is a highway. U-turns and foot traffic are prohibited except in emergency
• It is strongly recommended that you stay in your vehicle
• No unauthorized personnel beyond the traffic signals or railroad gate
• Keep out of the exit lane especially children and pets
• Do not cross the median
Direction
am
5:30 - 5:45
6:00 - 6:15 6:30 - 6:45*
7:00 - 7:15
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8:00 - 8:15*
8:30 - 8:45
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9:30 - 9:45
10:00 - 10:15
10:30 - 10:45
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Bear Valley to Whittier
Whittier to Bear Valley
Bear Valley to Whittier
Whittier to Bear Valley
Bear Valley to Whittier
Whittier to Bear Valley
Bear Valley to Whittier
Whittier to Bear Valley
Bear Valley to Whittier
Whittier to Bear Valley
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Whittier to Bear Valley
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Tunnel rates
Winter
Oct. 1 - Apr. 30
Tunnel Closed
Tunnel Closed
Tunnel Closed
7:00 - 7:15
7:30 - 7:45
8:00 - 8:15*
8:30 - 8:45
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3:00 - 3:15
3:30 - 3:45
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4:30 - 4:45 5:00 - 5:15 5:30 - 5:45 6:00 - 6:15 6:30 - 6:45 7:00 - 7:15 7:30 - 7:45 8:00 - 8:15 8:30 - 8:45 9:00 - 9:15 9:30 - 9:45 10:00 - 10:15 10:30 - 10:45 11:00 - 11:15 Whittier to Bear Valley
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Whittier to Bear Valley
Bear Valley to Whittier
Whittier to Bear Valley
Bear Valley to Whittier
Whittier to Bear Valley
Bear Valley to Whittier
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Tunnel Closed
*Oversize vehicles will be allowed in the tunnel during these times.
For more information visit www.dot.state.ak.us/creg/whittiertunnel
Vehicle Vehicle Description
Class
Toll
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Class A
$12$100 $225 $550
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Passenger vehicles not pulling trailers
Motorcycles
Motorcycles pulling trailers
Recreational vehicles less than 28 feet long not pulling trailers
Trucks with a gross weight less than 12,000 pounds not pulling trailers
Book of
10 Tickets
($10/each)
Class B1
• Passenger vehicles pulling trailers, except as otherwise specified
• Recreational vehicles less than 28 feet long pulling trailers, except as otherwise specified
(Towed vehicles are considered as trailers)
• Recreational vehicles 28 feet or greater not pulling trailers
• Trucks with a gross weight less than 12,000 pounds pulling trailers
*Trailers in this class cannot be more than 8.5 feet wide, or 15 feet high, the total combined length cannot be more than 80 ft
Class B2 • Passenger and recreational vehicles pulling trailers hauling boats more than 8.5 feet wide but not more than 10 feet$35 $300
wide, not more than 15 feet high, the total combined length cannot be more than 80 feet, possessing a permit and
($30/each)
displaying all markers required by the permit*
• Recreational vehicles 28 feet or greater pulling trailers
• Vans and buses designed to carry more than nine but fewer than 30 people including the driver
• Trucks with a gross weight 12,000 pounds or more, no more than three axles, not pulling trailers
• Trucks with a gross weight 12,000 pounds or more, no more than two axles, pulling trailers,
excluding truck-tractors pulling trailers
*Copies of permits must be provided to the tunnel operator before access will be granted
• Buses designed to carry 30 or more people including the driver
$125
Class E
• Motor vehicles, including any trailer and any load, more than 10 feet wide, excluding mirrors, but not more
than 11 feet wide, and not more than 15 feet high*
*Copies of permits must be provided to the tunnel operator before access will be granted
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AKDOT&PF Motor vehicles
Emergency vehicles
Law enforcement vehicles
Other motor vehicles as determined to be appropriate by the commissioner for the best interest of the state
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School district owned or operated vehicles
School buses under contract with a school district
Other motor vehicles as determined to be appropriate by the commissioner for the best interest of the state
Government
vehicles
Schedule notes...
$750
($25/each)
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©Bill Rome
$1,150
$125
($15/each)
($115/each)
• Trucks with a gross vehicle weight 12,000 pounds or more, four or more axles, not pulling trailers
• Trucks with a gross vehicle weight 12,000 pounds or more, three or more axles, pulling trailers
• Truck-tractor and trailer combinations
• Motor vehicles, including any trailer with any load, more than 8.5 feet wide, excluding mirrors, but not more
than 10 feet wide, not more than 15 feet high, the total combined length cannot be more than 80 feet,
except as specified in Class B2. Vehicles must possess a permit and display all markers as required by the permit*
• Motor vehicles not otherwise classified in this section and not prohibited by 17 AAC 38.035
*Copies of permits must be provided to the tunnel operator before access will be granted
Toll exempt
vehicles
($7.50/each)
($17.50/each)
Class D Season
Pass
$20$175 $450 $900
Class C
Book of
30 Tickets
$2,700 —
$2,700 —
($90/each)
$1,150
($1115/each)
($90/each)
Most often referred to as the Gateway to Prince William Sound, Whittier
has long been known as a jumping off point for enjoying the Sound. But this little sea-side hamlet has more to offer than first appears. This
historic and unique town has the fortunate advantage of a spectacular
setting which many Alaskans have known about for years.
For a small town Whittier hosts a surprisingly delightful variety of
restaurants and shops to explore. You can indulge in fresh seafood picked
from the waters of Prince William Sound, or enjoy a gourmet espresso,
baked goods or ice cream at any of the charming sea side cafés.
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$10$100 $225 —
($10/each)
($7.50/each)
Every effort has been made to minimize the impact of trains on traffic,
however from time to time scheduled and unscheduled trains use the tunnel
and an occasional 15 to 30 minute delay can be expected. Please allow extra
time in planning your trip.
It is recommended that tunnel users be in the staging area at least 10 minutes
prior to the scheduled opening to help us facilitate their passage.
Motorcycle helmets must be worn in the tunnel, and convertible vehicles must
have the top in place.
When Bear Valley temperatures are 32°F and below, the Tunnel will be open for
the last 5 minutes of the scheduled opening.
Tire chains are not permitted in the Tunnel.
Events
There are numerous companies offering daily fishing charters and
sightseeing excursions. If fishing is your interest choose from either
salmon, halibut fishing, or for a big adventure you can fish for
shark. For sightseeing there are terrific options with two companies
departing on set daily departures that visit dozens of tidewater
glaciers. For a more intimate expedition you can book with one of the
smaller charter companies that cater and customize to your interests
and time.
There are plenty of activities to choose from. There are amazing
maintained hiking trails in and around Whittier or maybe you’d like to
try kayaking. Sea kayaking is popular around Whittier because of the
numerous sheltered coves and camping beaches in this western part
of the Sound. Nowhere else in Alaska allows you such easy access to
such spectacular and protected paddling.
It is surrounded by the Chugach National Forest, the second largest
National Forest in the United States, and three of North America’s
major ice fields. This is where you understand the real meaning of the
word “Fjord” as Prince William Sound is made up of many deep fjords
with tidewater glaciers that calve before your eyes, and islands around
every turn with untold numbers of sea birds.
Depending on the time of year, you can see whales, seals, sea otters,
porpoise, eagles, sea birds and bears. For the fisherman, there are
halibut, red snapper, sea bass, shrimp and five species of salmon that
can be caught from May through September.
Learn more about Whittier’s history by visiting the Prince William
Sound Gateway Museum located in The Anchor Inn. The city itself
is a historical landmark, established by the U.S. Army during World
War II as “the secret port”. Following the war, the Army built the two
large buildings that still remain as landmarks in Whittier. The 14-story
Begich Towers is now a condominium that houses most of Whittier’s
population along with its post office, city hall and medical clinic. The
Buckner Building, now abandoned, was the largest building in Alaska
when it was constructed in the 1950s.
©Bill Rome
Location #9 A4 on map
4th of July
Kicks off July 3rd at midnight with fantastic fireworks!
Fun, all ages welcome & free
The weather
Whittier has a mild maritime climate with a maximum of 84°F/28.8°C
and a minimum of -29°F/-33.8°C. Mean snowfall is 260 inches annually
and winter winds can reach 60 miles per hour. Dress for the time of
year you plan to visit, but be especially prepared for cool, wet weather.
Rain jackets are essential. Casual and comfortable clothing is the rule.
Don’t forget a good pair of walking shoes!
The Western Gateway to Prince William Sound
Prince William Sound, an area of immense natural beauty, is located
on the northern edge of the Gulf of Alaska.
©Bill Rome
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Whittier at a glance
Location #22 D5 on map
Standard Lane Designation
Lanes 1-3.................Class A vehicles, cars / light trucks
Lane 4.......................Motorhomes / boat / mini-bus
Lane 5.......................Buses with passengers
Lane 6.......................Trucks
Lane 7.......................Overflow
Lane 8.......................Oversize w/permits / Empty buses
Ventilated safehouses are located every 1,600 feet (490 meters)
Summer
Location #1 C2 on map
Immediately STOP your vehicle
Use fire extinguisher to put out the fire
Use emergency telephone to inform the Tunnel Operator of the fire
Follow Tunnel Operator’s instructions
Red Light
• Stop your vehicle. Maintain a minimum of 35 feet
between vehicles
• Turn off your engine
• Remain in your vehicle and wait for traffic signal
to turn green
Fire Resistant Safehouses
• No pedestrians or bicyclists
May 1 - Sept. 30
Location #61 B2 on map
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Tunnel schedule
Location #64 A6 on map
Vehicle Fire
Standard lane designation
Green Light
• Proceed as normal
Flashing White Strobe Light
• Stop your vehicle
• Maintain a minimum of 35 feet between vehicles
• Buses maintain 1,600 feet, trucks maintain 500 feet between vehicles
• Turn off your engine
• LEAVE KEYS IN THE IGNITION AND VEHICLE DOORS
UNLOCKED
• Evacuate all passengers to the nearest safehouse, located near the flashing strobe lights
• Remain inside safehouse. Await instructions from the Tunnel Staff
Disabled Vehicle
• No stopping in tunnel unless there is an emergency
• No stopping at the tunnel entrance or exit
• Maintain speed upon exiting tunnel
Signals inside the tunnel
Harbor parking
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2-Hr free parking in limited areas - check signage!
Parking is $10 per day midnight-to-midnight
Parking permits available at the Harbormaster Office or after hours from the kiosk at the end of the East Boat Ramp
Boat trailers must be parked across the tracks
Sport fishing
The annual silver salmon run in late August or September is a favorite
with anglers. Visitors are welcome to fish in Whittier but please respect
the local community and boat owners by observing the rules. Fishing
is allowed in the Whittier Small Boat Harbor in designated areas only,
primarily along the inner shoreline. Fishing is prohibited on the harbor
floats, boat ramps, from boats in the harbor and the breakwater. Please
check at the Harbormaster’s office if you’re uncertain where to fish.
Snagging hooks are forbidden by order of the Alaska Department of
Fish and Game.
Whittier enjoys an old-fashion 4th of July with a safe community based
event. Throughout the day on the 4th there is a community parade,
games for the kids, and a free barbecue complete with lemonade and
apple pie. All are welcome to join in the festivities!
Fish Derbys - A Chance to Win PRIZES!
Halibut Derby: May 1 - September 15
Winners based on being closest to a slotted weight (weight
announced in May).
Silver Salmon Derby: June 1 - September 15
1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes for the largest weight.
Daily, weekly and season tickets available. Official weights are taken
at Fee’s Custom Seafoods. Open to all ages. Follow the derby at
whittieralaskafishderby.org or facebook Whittier Alaska Fish Derby
Alaska Marine Highway
50th Anniversary Celebration
August 16
At the Whittier Ferry Terminal from 12:45 - 3:45pm
PWS seafood BBQ, ship tours and activities
For details visit Ferryalaska.com/50years
Got your derby ticket?
Register and purchase your tickets at Fee’s Custom Seafoods,
The Inn at Whittier, Lazy Otter and many other local businesses.
Derby Ticket
$10/day
$30/week
Salmon + Halibut Combo
$100 season ticket
Location #33 E6 on map
Copies available at retailers around Whittier
Location #50 B4 on map
Location #28 D5 on map
permit #1881