Chilkoot Lake
Top 4 in Top 12 Best Lakes to Visit in Alaska
Chilkoot Lake is one of the best lakes to visit in Alaska, encircled by Sitka spruce trees and the Takshanuk Mountains in the Haines State Forest. It is a treasure of southeast Alaska, close to Skagway and Haines. The Tlingit Native Americans who lived in the region around the lake's edge gave Chilkoot Lake its name.
A well-known location for salmon fishing with four runs each year, it also draws bears looking for lunch from June to October. Chilkoot Lake offers a variety of recreational pursuits, including kayaking, canoeing, and hiking, in addition to the fishing and wildlife viewing for which Alaska is renowned.
Hike a section of the Chilkoot Trail, which was used in the late 1800s during the Klondike Gold Rush. The entire trail is 33 miles long, but you can take a shorter hike through this outdoor museum where you're likely to encounter stunning wildflowers, gold rush relics, and stunning landscape.
Alaskans frequently take their families on picnics at Chilkoot Lake to enjoy some quality time together. You'll be transported to a more wild place by the calm atmosphere and abundant greenery. On the other hand, the lake freezes during the winter and becomes a skating surface.
Location: Haines Borough, Alaska
