Advanced Mountain Bike Tour |
DURATION: Approximately 4 hours  This tour is designed for the physically fit and experienced mountain biker--it's a challenging ride! Start from downtown Sitka and parallel the coast during the majority of the ride. On the way, you'll stop at Whale Park for a breathtaking view of Silver Bay and at the old Alaska Pulp Mill site, you'll turn off for the climb to Blue Lake . The ride is strenuous and gains approximately 500 feet of elevation as you pass  tumbling waterfalls, but there are stunning views at the top. Take in hanging gardens, waterfalls, a deep blue lake and awesome mountain scenes. If weather, road or bear conditions do not permit the ride up to Blue Lake , the tour will continue past the mill site for six miles along Silver Bay to the Metavichi Fish Hatchery, which also offers an incredible view with great photo opportunities. Water and lunch are included. Mountain bikes with front shocks are provided. This ride will operate rain or shine. Tour operates under a special use permit from the Tongass National Forest. |
