Hazy Islands Wilderness

Hazy Islands Wilderness consists of five small islands located west of Coronation Island in Alaska. This protected area covers roughly 32 acres of natural terrain with rocky shores and coastal vegetation.

The area was first established as a National Wildlife Refuge in 1912, then formally designated as wilderness by Congress in 1970. This dual protection status reflects the long-standing importance of these islands for conservation.

The Tlingit people called these islands Deikee Noow, meaning Outer Fort in their language, showing their deep ties to this place. The local names reflect how indigenous communities have long understood and named the landscape around them.

These islands are closed to public access and have no designated landing sites or anchorages to protect nesting birds. Visitors should respect this restriction and view the area only from the water at a safe distance.

Ten bird species, including Brandt's cormorants, common murres, and tufted puffins, use these predator-free islands as vital breeding grounds. These locations provide rare nesting opportunities that are difficult to find elsewhere in the region.

GPS coordinates: 55.88333,-134.58333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:02