Mount Edgecumbe, a dormant volcano, overlooks the island-studded waterways of Sitka Sound. Tufted puffins and murres are just two of the many species that nest here each year. . Unlike other parts of the United States where jets and cars are the norm, Alaskan communities rely on a wide array of transportation options. Each town's traveling options are a little different. Juneau Daily jet service is provided by Alaska Airlines, the only passenger jet carrier.
Charter airlines using wheel and float planes access the surrounding communities.
The Alaska Marine Highway System is the state ferry. There are no roads to Juneau. The only way for a traveler to get a vehicle to Juneau is on the state ferry. Sitka Daily jet service is provided by Alaska Airlines, the only passenger jet carrier. Charter airlines using wheel and float planes access the surrounding communities.