The Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve hosts one of the world's largest concentrations of bald eagles when salmon run in the Chilkat River. Summer cruise calls still yield sightings along rivers, lakes and estuaries with expert naturalist guides.
- ✓Peak eagle numbers: October–February (fewer cruise ships).
- ✓Summer calls: eagles nest and fish throughout the Chilkoot and Chilkat valleys.
- ✓Bring binoculars and a telephoto lens — guides know active perches.
