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Things to do in Valdez
Columbia Glacier Cruise
This 6 1/2 to 7 hour journey through Prince William Sound will features a visit to Columbia Glacier. On board you will have a chance to view the Sounds' wildlife including Bull Head Sea Lion haulout. You will learn about the mining, oil shipping, earthquake, and fishing history, and you will hear stories about the first people to explore and live in the Sound. Included in this tour is a water-based description of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal. On board a light lunch is served. 80-miles round-trip. Call (866) 867-1297 for more information.
Fish Central
The Charter Fishing Headquarters of Valdez, Catch the big one in Valdez! Call (907) 835-5090 for more information.
217 N Harbor Dr., Valdez, AK
Keystone Canyon Raft Adventure
The Lowe River, through Keystone Canyon, is one of Alaska's most exciting and spectacular river trips. This 1.5 hour trip offers scenery and whitewater excitement for ages 7 and up. The river flows through a deep canyon, with sheer cliff walls and beautiful waterfalls cascading from its sides. During our raft trip we will float past Bridal Veil Falls, which cascades 900 feet from the canyon wall. The mountains surrounding the canyon are capped with snow and many spectacular glaciers. Call (866) 867-1297 for more information.
Valdez Glacier Park
Valdez and the surrounding Chugach Mountains are home to hundreds of glaciers, and some of our most amazing glaciers are the easiest to access! We invite you to visit Valdez and explore our 5 magnificent and accessible glaciers: the Columbia, Meares, Shoup, Worthington and Valdez Glaciers. Call (866) 867-1297 for more information.
Valdez Museum & Historical Archive
The Valdez Museum's permanent historical exhibits reflect the history of Valdez, the Copper River Valley, and Prince William Sound from the earliest days, when Native Alaskans first occupied the area, to the present day. Exhibits are located in two buildings that are four blocks apart. We recommend that visitors come to the Valdez Museum first for an overview of our history and then visit our Remembering Old Valdez exhibit to gain a broader understanding of the period of time surrounding the 1964 Good Friday Earthquake. Call (907) 835-2764 for more information.
436 S. Hazelet, Valdez, AK