Dutch Harbor, Alaska
Dutch Harbor
and Unalaska are near the very end of the
Aleutian Island chain. This booming community
boasts the most productive seafood processing
port in the U.S., with five large processing
facilities and fishing ships from countries
throughout the world. It was a pivotal military
location during World War II and was bombed by
the Japanese in 1942. Ulakta Head, newly
designated by the U.S. Congress as a Heritage
Area, (formerly known as a national park), will
provide visitors with a focal point for the
study of the Aleutian Campaign. 
Historic Sites:
Other historic sites include the Russian
Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Ascension and
the Bishop's House. The church, parts of which
were built in 1825 is the oldest in the U.S.
and is on the National Register of Historic
Places. The church was rededicated in
September, 1996, after phase one of a major
restoration was completed. The church hosts one
of the largest collections of religious
artifacts and icons in the U.S.
Things To
Do:
Eco-tourists, bird watchers, and sportfishing
enthusiasts from around the world can now enjoy
the unique experience of Unalaska. Scheduled
marine tours, processing plant tours,
flightseeing, cultural and historic tours, and
marine charter fishing are all available.
Hiking difficulty spans the entire spectrum
from novice to expert. Visitors should be
prepared for either sunshine or windy, rainy
weather by dressing in layers. Wildlife
includes marine mammals, large populations of
seabirds, songbirds, some migrating Asiatic
species and waterfowl.
Location:
The city of Unalaska is on the northern end of
Unalaska Island, the second largest island in
the Aleutian Chain. A 500-foot bridge connects
the two islands. Unalaska is approximately 800
air miles southwest of Anchorage.
Access:
Scheduled daily air service from Anchorage
ranging from small commuter planes to jet
service. Ferry service is provided by the
Alaska Marine Highway System, once a month,
from April through October.
Accomodations:
Three hotels/motels (184 rooms), three
bunkhouses (104 rooms), one bed &
breakfast. Seven restaurants and three grocery
stores.
Dutch Harbor News Website
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