Whittier - Port de plaisance - camรฉra 2
Alaska, United States โ 0.1 km
Whittier harbour gateway to Prince William Sound
Whittier - Port de plaisance - porte du Prince William Sound
๐บ๐ธ Alaska ยท United States โ Altitude 5 m
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This live camera looks over the small-boat harbour at Whittier, a port town on the eastern shore of Prince William Sound in Alaska. It is a useful window onto the traffic that moves between the town and the open water. Watching it lets you judge the mood of the coast before you plan a trip.
A town built around the water
Whittier sits at the head of a deep fjord in south-central Alaska, surrounded by steep mountains that rise straight from the sea. The town is small and was shaped by its harbour and its rail and road links to the interior. Prince William Sound is known for its glaciers, wildlife and sheltered waters, and Whittier is one of the main places from which boats leave to explore them. The landscape changes quickly with the weather, so the same bay can look calm or wild within an hour.
What the view can show
The camera is titled as a marina view, so it most likely follows boats moored in the harbour and vessels coming and going at the dock. Activity tends to be busiest in the warmer months, when tours and fishing trips run most often. Early morning and late evening can be quieter, and low cloud often hangs over the mountains. Depending on the view, you may see changing light on the water and mist rolling down the slopes.
Climate and getting there
Whittier has a cool, wet maritime climate, and summer is the most comfortable season for visiting, with long daylight hours. Rain and wind are common throughout the year, so layered clothing and waterproof gear are sensible. The town is reached by road through a long tunnel shared with rail traffic, which closes on a schedule. Another live camera in the area looks at Alyeska's Glacier Bowl, roughly 29 km away, if you want a view of the mountains from a different angle.
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About this camera
What is the weather in Whittier right now?
The current conditions and a three-day forecast for Whittier are shown in the live weather block on this page. They update with the page, so check there before planning a boat trip or a walk along the harbour.
What time is it in Whittier?
The local time for Whittier is displayed on this page and follows Alaska time. It is shown next to the live video so you can match what you see with the current hour.
Where exactly is the Whittier camera?
The camera is at the small-boat harbour in Whittier, on the eastern side of Prince William Sound. The map on this page marks its location and shows how the town sits against the water and mountains.
When is the best time to watch this camera?
Watching in the warmer months is usually most rewarding, when boats are more active and daylight is long. Clear mornings tend to give the best visibility of the surrounding mountains, although conditions can change quickly.
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