Coming to Haines

The best source of visitor info for the Haines area is the Convention and Visitors' Bureau Site or the the Chamber of Commerce Site.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What about internet access? Is there cable?
A: Haines currently has DSL service in many areas, satellite service is also available and dialup is available wherever the phone lines reach. See APT Alaska and Starband for details.

Q: Where are the nearest hospitals and doctors?
A: The SEARHC clinic is located in Haines. Next step up is Bartlett Hospital in Juneau. There are several doctors in Haines in private practice, as well as at the SEARHC clinic.

Q: How Can I get a job on a fishing boat in Haines?
A: There is no clearinghouse for crew jobs in Haines. You basically need to know someone or hit the docks in the spring and ask around. The harbor master might be in the know on this too or you could post your request on the bulletin board at the top of the dock. Be warned, however, without experience, getting a crew job is a long shot.

Q: Trying to find out when the Dustball Softball Tournament is going to be this year.
A: July 17-20, 2008. Check out http://www.softballyukon.ca for details.

Q: How do you get to Skagway from Haines to do White Pass Rail day trip?
A: Catch the water taxi across to Skagway from Haines. Details at http://chilkatcruises.com

Q: When is Beer Fest?
A: The Annual Great Alaska Craft Beer and Home Brew Festival is held in May each year. See http://seakfair.org/beerfestival.htm for this year's particular dates.

Q: What are the hours for the border?
A: The USA border post is open 24 hours a day, so you can come in at any time. The Canada border is open from 8 am to midnight. More details are available.

Q: Is it possible to drive to Haines in the winter?
A: Yes, the Haines Highway is well ploughed on both the Canada and USA side of the border. However it is wise to factor in the possibility of some delays in winter and always travel prepared to spend the night in your car (sleeping bags, food, water, etc)

Q: How do you get to Haines?
A: By road, air, or water. Visit the Getting to Haines page at the Visitor Center Website.

Q: What is the closest big city to Haines?
A: Juneau, the state capital. You can get there by ferry or by air (there is no road to Juneau). Whitehorse, the capital of Canada's Yukon Territory, is about 250 miles way by road.

Q: Where can I find maps of Haines?
A: Just look at our maps page!

Q: Where can I read a brief profile of Haines?
A: The Chamber of Commerce has a good community profile on their website.

Q: How many people live in the Haines Borough?
A: About 1800 in the winter and 2450 in the summer, except when a cruise ship is in port (then the population doubles for a short time)

Q: What is the business climate in Haines?
A: Answers to that can be gleaned from the Chamber of Commerce website, the Haines Business Resource Center website.

Q: What is the weather like in Haines?
A: Take a look at Current Conditions for the weather in Haines right now. Also read the community profile for a seasonal description.