Mountain Playground

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

Freeride World Tour: YETI Alaska Haines Pro

Watch the replay above to relive the 2026 YETI Alaska Haines Pro, where the Freeride World Tour returned to Haines and the legendary terrain of the Chilkat Range.

The world’s top skiers and snowboarders took on towering spines, deep coastal powder, and dramatic vertical drops—showcasing exactly why Haines is considered one of the premier destinations in big-mountain freeride.

From competition day to community celebrations, it was an unforgettable week in the Valley of Eagles.

Stay tuned to see where the Freeride World Tour heads next—and when Haines might welcome the Tour back again.

Learn more on the Freeride World Tour page »

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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:

Heli-Skiing and Snowboarding

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.

8 Best Heli-Skiing Destinations in the World

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

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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.

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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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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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 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!

In The Winter

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