Portage Cove State Recreational Site

State: Alaska

Address 1: 1 mile Beach Road

City: Haines

Phone: 907-269-8400

Open: May through September

Camp URL: http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/aspunits/southeast/portcovesrs.htm

Full Hook: Yes

The small town of Haines lies at the north end of Alaska’s southeast panhandle. Unlike most towns in Southeast Alaska, you can reach Haines by road as well as ferry. The Haines Highway runs from Haines Junction, Yukon, 150 miles south to Haines, AK.

Portage Cove State Recreational Site sits on the shoreline near downtown Haines and offers a wonderful view of the Chilkoot Inlet and surrounding mountains. There are a handful of campsites, but only for bicycle or walk-in camping.

Facilities:
ADA Facility – Yes
7 Acres
9 Campsites – Tent Only
Camping Limit – 7 nights
Latrines
Water
Parking
Scenic Overlook

Activities:
Day Use
Marine Mammal Viewing
Picnic (In Campground Field)
Walk-in/bike-in Camping