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One of the few refuges for vessels along this area of the coast, Yakutat Bay was the principle winter village site of the local Tlingit Indian Tribe.
Russian's came to the area in search of sea otter pelts. They in turn were followed by the gold seekers working the black sand beaches. The first salmon cannery was built here in 1904. Today salmon, black cod, halibut and crab fisheries make up the main economy. Yakutat gained national attention in 1986 when Hubbard Glacier surged and sealed off the mouth of Russell Fiord. The Malaspina Glacier, the largest on the North American Continent, is located Northwest of town.
There is daily jet service and charter aircraft, 3 lodges, 4 bed & breakfasts, 1 inn, 2 gift shops, a bank, 2 grocery stores, 2 hardware stores, a café, clinic, post office and gas station in town. Boat rental, car rental and taxi service are available also.
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