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Portage Cove
State Recreational Site
(Haines Region)

Portage Cove Camping




Park:
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 ($5) Tent Only
  • Camping Limit - 7 nights
  • Latrines - Handicap symbol
  • Water
  • Parking
  • Scenic Overlook


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



Address: 1 mile Beach Road

Driving Directions: Haines Highway turns into Beach Road.  Portage Cove SRS is located at approximately 1 mile Beach Road



For more park information call the PIC at 907-269-8400, Monday-Friday, 10AM-5PM

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