Parks and Recreation Coordinator
Kevin Knox
Work: 907-747-4032
kevin.knox@cityofsitka.org

Parks & Recreation
Tom Young Memorial Cabin
General Information
Staff Directory
Email
recreation@cityofsitka.org
Phone Numbers
(907) 747-4031 Parks and Recreation
Emergencies: Dial 911
Location
100 Lincoln St.
Sitka,
AK
99835
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Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm

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Welcome to the City of Sitka Parks and Recreation Division

To register for programs, request facility reservations, apply for scholarships and see all of our program offerings please visit http://recreation.cityofsitka.com

Mission Statement

To preserve the quality of life in Sitka by maintaining and expanding recreational opportunities for residents and visitors.

Contact Parks and Recreation at 907.747.4031 or recreation@cityofsitka.org for more information

Commercial Recreational Land Use Forms

All Commercial Recreational Land Use permit applications will be reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Committee. The City Administrator may issue a permit for commercial recreational activities on City and Borough lands that are recommended by the Parks and Recreation Committee after public hearing and notice as outlined in CBS General Code 14.10.030. Comments regarding an application can be submitted to Committee members by emailing the Clerks Office (clerk@cityofsitka.org) or by emailing Committee members directly (Roster here). 

To register for a program, request a facility rental or sign-up for a membership, please go to http://recreation.cityofsitka.com and click on the Create New Account link to open your account. Be sure to add all the members of your household (including children) and your cell number with the carrier so we can text you with any last minute changes. Your new household account will provide you with registration history, financial history, and much more. We look forward to enjoying this enhanced registration experience with you.

Senior Exercise and Leisure Classes

CBS Swan Lake Senior Center Facilities Use Requests

CBS Sitka School District Facilities Use Requests

Information on City of Sitka facilities calendars and reservations requests can be found HERE

Contact Parks and Recreation at 907.747.4031 or recreation@cityofsitka.org for more information on the following topics:

An Introduction to CBS Parks and Recreation Areas

Pioneer Park Picnic Shelter & Special Event Reservations - Reservations can be made through the Parks and Recreation department. Contact us at 907.747.4031 or recreation@cityofsitka.org

Pioneer Park is located next to Sea Mart grocery store. 

CBS Athletic Field Forms

Athletic Fields Maps

The following services are operated by City of Sitka Public Works.

Please contact Public Works with questions at publicworks@cityofsitka.org

Tom Young Cabin

  • 90 Day Out Guide for Tom Young Cabin 2024.pdf
  • Information Sheet for Tom Young Cabin 2023.pdf
  • Online Availability Calendar to check which dates are available.  
  • The Tom Young Memorial Cabin is available for public use.  Reservations must be made in person at City Hall between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Mon-Fri at the City and Borough of Sitka's Public Works Office, 100 Lincoln Street, Room 201, (2nd Floor), Sitka, Alaska.  Staff will be available to help.  The rate is $50 + applicable tax(s) per night.  3 nights max reservation per customer.  Reservations can be made up to ninety (90) days in advance.  To see what day the 90 days out is, see the 90 Day Out Guide-Tom Young Cabin above.  The date on the right will be the date you want, the date on the left will be the date you can come to the Public Works to rent it.  If the date you can rent it falls on a Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, you will need to come in on the following work day.  For more information on the cabin, see the Information Sheet for Tom Young Cabin 2023.pdf above.

Commercial Recreational Land Use Forms

All Commercial Recreational Land Use permit applications will be reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Committee. The City Administrator may issue a permit for commercial recreational activities on City and Borough lands that are recommended by the Parks and Recreation Committee after public hearing and notice as outlined in CBS General Code 14.10.030. Comments regarding an application can be submitted to Committee members by emailing the Clerks Office (clerk@cityofsitka.org) or by emailing Committee members directly (Roster here). 

Tree and Landscape Committee & Tree Planting Information

Tree and Planting Information and Resources

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