Klawock Inlet is where the Klawock River enters the saltwater inlet and associated bay. The inlet is a good location to see seabirds, waterfowl, and shorebirds. There are several spots near town where you can see the inlet, one interesting site being the fish ladder located at the Prince of Wales Hatchery. Here you will see a large number of coho and sockeye salmon. The salmon attracts bear and Bald Eagles throughout the summer and fall.

There are restrooms and interpretive signs at the hatchery which can be contacted regarding hours of operation and facility tours. Birds at this location include Bald Eagle, Trumpeter Swan, Bufflehead, Mallard, Black Turnstone, Dunlin (migration), and a variety of other ducks, geese, and shorebirds.

Directions:

Located on the south side of the town of Klawock.

Birding Resources:

•  eBird Hotspot: Klawock--Klawock River Est. (Prince of Wales Is.)

Bird Species Checklist:

• Klawock checklist

Other Resources:

• Alaska Department of Fish and Game: Prince of Wales Hatchery