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Saxman is a predominately Alaska Native Tlingit community which was founded in the late 19th century when residents of the traditional Tlingit villages of Cape Fox and Tongass decided to consolidate their communities at a new build village location on Revillagigedo Island. The area remains rich with Alaska Native culture including the Saxman Totem Park, which includes an extensive collection of traditional totem poles, a totem carving center, tribal house, and the cultural hall.
General Area Overview Information Sources:
- PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center
- City of Saxman/ Southeast Conference (general town information)
Sitka Birding and Wildlife Resources:
Birding Trail Map for Saxman (click on site names for details).
Sites in Saxman
Herring Cove
Good spot for salmon viewing, bear watching as well as birding.
Mountain Point
Over 150 species have been observed at this site.
Rotary Beach Park
Good birding location for waterfowl, seabirds, and migrant shorebirds.
Saxman Town Center
A wide variety of gulls, waterfowl, and other seabirds can be observed.
Birding Photo: Ben Sullender
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