Southeast Alaska is a combination of water and forested islands that create the state's famous Inside Passage. It stretches 500 air miles north/south and 100 miles east/west. Within these boundaries lie 1,000 islands; 15,000 miles of shoreline; America's largest national forest; one national park/preserve; two national historical parks; two national monuments; 12 national wilderness areas; thousands of coves, bays and bights; 15,000 bald eagles; 25,000 brown bears; 60 major glaciers; 70,000 residents. Enjoy the Misty Beauty of Southeast Alaska.