Tonsina Point, Cape at Resurrection Bay, Alaska.
Tonsina Point forms a prominent coastal landform along Resurrection Bay, featuring a forest of cottonwood, hemlock, and spruce trees near the shoreline.
The coastal area around Tonsina Point contains evidence of Native Alaskan settlements that utilized marine resources for their sustenance over many generations.
The indigenous communities near Tonsina Point maintain traditional practices of fishing and gathering, particularly during the seasonal salmon migrations.
The point is accessible through a 4.4-mile trail from Caines Head State Park parking lot, requiring a $5 fee and attention to tide schedules.
Sphagnum moss decorates tree branches throughout the forest trail, while wild irises create natural displays in the coastal meadows during late June.
Location: Alaska
GPS coordinates: 60.04711,-149.44250
Latest update: April 4, 2025 13:09
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