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Alaska Department of Natural Resources

Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation

Chilkoot Lake - Pamela Himsworth Randles

Southeast Region

Ernest Gruening State Historical Park

Ernest Gruening State Historical Park

Facilities

★ ADA Facility - No
★ 12 Acres
★ Boat launch

Activities

★ Fishing
★ Historical features
★ Trails - Interpretive Displays on Trail

This is the site of the territorial Governor Ernest Gruening's rustic summer home near Dotson's Landing/Amalga Harbor. This site is a beautiful setting showing off Alaska's political and natural history. Territorial Governor Ernest Gruening wrote much of the manifesto for statehood called "The State of Alaska" in 1953 at this site. Governor and then Senator Gruening and his family entertained national and foreign leaders at the cabin, including Adlai Stevenson, Governor Earl Warren, numerous U.S. Senators, and others. This a great location for wildlife view (especially waterfowl), fishing and sightseeing. There are spectacular views across Lynn Canal, and the Peterson Creek "Salt Chuck" is a haven for wildlife.

Address:
24 Glacier Highway

Driving Directions:
Take Glacier Hwy to Amalga Harbor Road turn right. Stay on Amalga Harbor Road, Ernest Gruening State Park is located on the right.

Mission Statement

"The Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation provides outdoor recreation opportunities and conserves and interprets natural, cultural, and historic resources for the use, enjoyment, and welfare of the people."

Accessibility Notice

Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation

Atwood Building
550 West 7th Avenue
Suite 1380
Anchorage, AK 99501
DNR Public Information Center:
(907) 269-8400
DPOR Director's Office:
(907) 269-8700