Chilkat State Park

Chilkat State Park spans 9,837 acres of peninsula land between Chilkat and Chilkoot inlets, featuring forests, mountains, and coastal landscapes.

The Alaska Legislature established the park in May 1970, starting with 6,056 acres and expanding through private donations and legislative actions.

The region holds significance for the Tlingit people who maintain their traditional practices through art, storytelling, and ceremonies in the surrounding area.

The park maintains 35 regular campsites and 4 walk-in sites, equipped with basic amenities including a boat launch, latrines, and water facilities.

The area serves as a primary spawning ground for coho salmon in southeast Alaska, supporting populations of sockeye, Chinook, and chum salmon.

Location: Haines Borough

Inception: May 9, 1970

Website: https://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/aspunits/southeast/chilkatsp.htm

Website: https://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/aspunits/southeast/chilkatsp.htm

GPS coordinates: 59.21111,-135.39806

Latest update: April 12, 2025 23:34