Mountain Playground

Huge vertical, stable snowpack, and stunning scenery make Haines a premier ski and snowboard destination.

Heli-Skiing and Snowboarding

If you’re searching for world-renowned heli-skiing, Haines delivers. With massive alpine access, stable coastal snow, and terrain made famous in ski films and competitions, this corner of Southeast Alaska is a true winter playground. From steep, technical spines to more approachable lines for first-timers, Haines offers something for every rider — all guided by experienced, locally based professionals who know these mountains deeply.

Stay in town or opt for remote fly-in lodging; either way, the mountains are right at your doorstep. Your next unforgettable run begins here.

Heli skiers dropped off outside of Haines

Freeride World Tour: YETI Alaska Haines Pro

Haines is set to ignite the freeride world once again as the 2026 YETI Alaska Haines Pro brings the Tour back to our mountains from March 15–22, 2026. The planet’s strongest skiers and snowboarders will return to the Chilkat Range to tackle towering spines, massive vertical drops, and the deep coastal powder that puts Haines in a class of its own.

This stop is shaping up to be one of the most electrifying moments of the season — a showdown of skill, power, and pure big-mountain nerve on terrain that’s become legendary in the freeride community.

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Freeride World Tour History

Haines proudly hosted the Swatch Freeride World Tour in 2015, 2016, and 2017. Relive the action from each year:

Deep Coastal Powder

Stay in town or head to remote fly-in lodging — either way, Haines delivers reliable coastal snow and unforgettable powder days.

World-Class Terrain

From steep spines to mellow powder lines, Haines offers big-mountain variety with expert guides ready for every level.

Haines, your bucketlist adventure destination

8 Best Heli-Skiing Destinations in the World

Feature: Haines Named One of the World’s Best Heli-Skiing Destinations POWDER magazine...

Local Heli-Ski Operators

Ready to ride? Haines is served by top-tier heli-ski operators offering access to some of Alaska’s most exciting terrain. Explore your options and start planning your trip.

Alaska Mountain Guides and Climbing School

Offices in Haines, Skagway and Gustavus, Alaska. Custom Trip Specialists: Sea kayaking, hiking, glacier trekking, rock and ice climbing, and more....

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Alaska Heliskiing & Alaska Guide School

Custom winter helicopter adventures for people of all abilities. Big terrain and first descents are the rule with many runs over 4,000 vertical feet....

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Southeast Alaska Backcountry Adventures (SEABA)

SEABA offers a new wave in Alaska skiing adventure, including exclusive guided heli and snowcat skiing in Haines. Seasonal, February - October, season...

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Stellar Adventure Travel

Stellar has over 20 years of Alaska backcountry experience and takes pride in showing guests the best and safest experiences, from low angle glacier...

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Plan Your Visit

Visiting Haines will take some planning, but once you get here, you will be happy you did. There are many ways to get here. Find out which one suits you best!

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In The Winter

Some like it cold...so let’s not forget about winter, come visit when the snow falls and the lights dance.

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Heli-Skiing and Snowboarding

Freeride World Tour: YETI Alaska Haines Pro

Freeride World Tour History

Local Heli-Ski Operators

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