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Sitka
is known for it's spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife.
Residents and visitors alike enjoy fishing, hiking,
wildlife viewing.
Fishing still tops the list of outdoor activities in
Sitka. Another way to enjoy the water is to sea kayak
miles of nearby sheltered waterways or look for wildlife
such as humpback whales, sea otters and eagles.
A result of the community's love of the outdoors is
an exceptionally developed trail system. Local parks,
softball fields, a golf driving range, intramural sports
and other recreation activities abound.
The city of Sitka also maintains two public tubs at
Goddard Hot Springs, about 17 water miles south of town.
The United States Forest Service maintains recreational
cabins throughout the Tongass National Forest that can
be reserved and rented.
