When the ferry heads north from Wrangell, it begins one of the Inside Passage’s most scenic sections. After crossing over from Wrangell Island to Mitkof Island, the ferry threads through the 46 turns of Wrangell Narrows, a 22-mile channel that is only 300ft wide and 19ft deep in places. At one point, the sides of the ship are so close to shore you can almost gather firewood for the evening.
At the other end of this breathtaking journey lies Norwegian-influenced Petersburg, one of Southeast Alaska’s hidden gems. Peter Buschmann arrived in 1897 and found a fine harbor, abundant fish and a ready supply of ice from nearby LeConte Glacier. He built a cannery in the area, enticed his Norwegian friends to follow him here, and gave his first name to the resulting town. Today, a peek into the local phone book reveals the strong Norwegian heritage that unifies Petersburg.
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