Fish Train Trail
What to Expect
Safety Advisory
Yakutat averages over 150 inches of rain per year — waterproof layers are not optional, even on days that start clear. Hypothermia is a real risk if you get soaked and the wind picks up.
This is bear country. Make noise on the trail, carry bear spray, and be especially alert near any stream crossings where salmon may be running.
Trail Details
Pro Tips
If you're arriving on the Alaska Marine Highway ferry, this trail is less than a quarter-mile from the Yakutat terminal — perfect for burning off sea legs before heading into town or waiting for a ride.
The old railroad bed means the surface is well-compacted and relatively flat, so you can get away with regular shoes rather than full hiking boots — just make sure they handle wet ground, because this is Yakutat and it rains constantly.
Bring binoculars: the Yakutat forelands are a birding hotspot, and the forest edges along the old rail corridor attract species you won't spot from the road.
