Getting ashore
Cruise ships dock at Icy Strait Point. The Adventure Center is in front of the covered trestle. You step off into a welcome center with tour booking. The walk from the ship to the center is short. Note the pier for the way back. A second pier opened in 2020.
Watch-outs
The town of Hoonah is a short distance away. The walk can be long if you go further. Agree tour prices before you book. Weather changes quickly. The first booths are for excursions. Walk further for independent options.
Getting into the area
The Adventure Center is right at the dock. From there, a short walk or shuttle takes you to the main attractions and toward Hoonah. No regular public bus is listed. Taxis or tour vehicles are the way if you leave the port area. A printable map is available at the center.
Taxis & ride apps
Tour vehicles and taxis are available at the Adventure Center. Agree the fare before you leave. A ride into Hoonah is short. Ride apps are not common here. Name Icy Strait Point dock for the return. The rank is outside the center.
What to do nearby
The Adventure Center has shops and a place to book whale watching or the ZipRider. Walk the nearby paths for views. The Tlingit-style building is the main stop. This area stays near the dock and needs no long trip.
Going further
Hoonah is a short ride for more shops and the cultural center. Glacier Bay is further. These take time. Book at the center if you want a guided trip. Stay at the dock if the ship has a short stay.
Food & shopping
The Adventure Center has gift shops and light food. Local crafts are available. Carry small bills. Ask the price if no menu is posted. Options are limited outside the port.
Opening times & connectivity
The center is open when ships are in. English is spoken. WiFi is available at the center. Save a map of the dock offline. Ask staff for the emergency number.
Accessibility & mobility
The operator FAQ says boardwalks and pathways are designed for accessibility, and that compact vehicles can assist guests. It does not say the gangway is step-free. Do not assume a step-free route off the ship. The mountain gondola and tram tour is described as ADA accessible and able to take mobility devices. The wilderness hike does not allow mobility devices, and guests must walk without assistance. The ZipRider requires a weight between 75 and 275 pounds. It is not for guests who are pregnant or who have a back or neck injury. The site's accessibility policy is about the website, not the pier. Ask the ship about the gangway.