Things to do in Petersburg

Fishing, both freshwater and saltwater angling. Species of fish that are common in our area: Cutthroat, Dolly Varden, Steelhead, 5 species of salmon (Chinook, Silver, Pink, Sockeye and Chum), Halibut and a variety of Cod, Snapper and Rock fish. Several charter boats operate out of Petersburg or boat rentals are available..

Sight seeing on our waterfront which is very active during the fishing season, whale or bird watching, hiking, kayaking, glacier tours.

 Tour Petersburg Museum which is rich in local history. 

Little Norway Festival is held annually to celebrate Norwegian Independence Day, dates, the closest weekend to May 17th. Activities include a pageant, style show (colorful Norwegian dress), folk dancing, salmon bake and a variety of fun races, events, and traditional foods and wares offered for sale on main street in an open market..

Petersburg Chamber of Commerce sponsors a King Salmon Derby for 4 days Memorial Day weekend. There are many prizes offer and a substantial grand prize of $10,000 for the tagged salmon.

The flora, fauna and landscape of the Petersburg area is ideal for the photography enthusiast. One mountain, Devil's Thumb, on the mainland, overlooks nearby glaciers. It would be hard to go a day without seeing several Bald Eagles.