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Haines, Alaska · Every October to December
Chilkat bald eagle gathering
The largest concentration of bald eagles on earth, thousands on the cottonwoods above a late salmon run.
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What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Haines or Juneau for October 25 to December 10, 2026, round trips of 3 to 5 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- Days are short and often grey, bring a fast lens and warm boots
- Haines has few rooms, so book the festival week well ahead
- Fly to Juneau, then a 35-minute bush flight or a 4.5-hour ferry to Haines; the ferry is scenic but runs only a few days a week.
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