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Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve

Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve near Haines Junction, Alaska, features rugged terrain with dense forests and mountain views. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 65°F in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Chilkat River and enjoy the abundant wildlife, including the famous bald eagle population.

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Location

Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve is located in Alaska

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Directions

Located 7 miles south of Haines on Mud Bay Road to Chilkat State Park Road on the right.

Coordinates

59.15724001 N
135.36537018 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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Reviewed Oct. 6, 2022

Tucked Away & Gorgeous!

Just a few miles south of downtown Haines, this campground offers an amazing launching site for adventures in the Chilkat Inlet and around the peninsula. We arrived here without any reservation in late June on our way to Juneau and Glacier Bay and were delighted by this quiet and lovely campground. If you’re on foot or bike, there is a much closer walk-in campground just south of downtown. The approach to the Chilkat campground is on a steep dirt road which is pretty good by Alaskan standards, but the campsites cannot accommodate larger rigs. There are plenty of downtown RV parks for those. 

There are a few pull-through sites, but the rest have a double-parking set up, where two campsites share a paved parking area and the campsite is to the left or right of the pavement, perfect for small groups. Bathrooms are vault-style and we found them clean and well stocked. Water spigots are scattered throughout the loop. For walk-in fans, there are a few lovely sites down near the water. We were without our trailer on this trip so found a lovely spot to pitch our tent. These sites don’t offer electrical hookups, so bring your solar panels and/or solar generator and you’ll be all set. 

There is a day use area down by the water with a full boat launch, picnic tables, and vault toilet. The views of the surrounding coastal mountains here are stunning. The park would make the perfect place to launch your sea kayaking adventures in the area. There appear to be some longer-term parking areas just up the hill next to the Ranger/ Camp Host cabin. 

With downtown Haines just a few miles away, you have access to everything you might need: full grocery store, liquor store, restaurants and coffee shops as well as an excellent Visitor’s information center right in the middle of town.

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  • Review photo of Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve by Shari  G., October 6, 2022
  • Review photo of Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve by Shari  G., October 6, 2022
  • Review photo of Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve by Shari  G., October 6, 2022
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Reviewed Sep. 24, 2021

Gift on a sunny day

Beautiful park and campground. During busy months this place will be packed but on the shoulder season I had almost the whole campground to myself. Clean facilities, AT&T cell service as good as in town when in the day use area

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve by SJ D., September 24, 2021
  • Review photo of Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve by SJ D., September 24, 2021
  • Review photo of Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve by SJ D., September 24, 2021
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Reviewed Sep. 30, 2016

Amazing blues out on a long peninsula

This site is a great basecamp for boating but there are also some great trails within the park. You can see to the mainland on both sides of the fjords so bring the best binoculars you can afford. This area is also famous for its Bald Eagle Preserve, salmon, and everything else you think of when you think of Alaska. There’s a nice nature center and rangers who offered tips on where to see the latest wildlife and which trails to try. The campsites are fairly open which makes for stunning views in all directions and an opportunity to get to know a few of your neighbors. Absolutely recommended, especially if you have a boat.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve?

    Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve allows vehicles up to 35 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve does not have wifi.