
Trail
Gavan Hill–Harbor Mountain Trail
Alpine traverse between Baranof Street and the end of Harbor Mountain Road.
Tongass National Forest · USFS
- Distance
- 6.2 mi[1]
- Difficulty
- Strenuous
- Route type
- Point to point
- Access modes
- Road · Hike
- Has cabin or shelter
- Yes
RoadHike
The Forest Service lists 6.2 miles one way between endpoints. From Baranof Street the route climbs steep wooden stairs toward Gavan Hill, then follows exposed alpine terrain past a shelter to Harbor Mountain Road. Arrange a car shuttle for a traverse; an out-and-back is longer. The narrow winding gravel road is seasonal, so confirm access before relying on the upper trailhead. Carry layers and turn back in poor visibility.
- [1]Distance: 6.2 miles one way (USFS Harbor Mt./Gavan Hill Trail); also reported as 6 miles one way (NPS Hiking in Sitka). All footnotes
In pictures
Hiking
Sources
- Hiking in SitkaNational Park Service · Accessed 2026-11-07
- Harbor Mt./Gavan Hill TrailUSDA Forest Service, Tongass National Forest · Accessed 2026-11-07
- USFS Tongass National Forest, RecreationUSDA Forest Service
Last updated 2026-11-07
