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Starrigavan Campsites

Starrigavan Campsites are located near Sitka in the Tongass National Forest, featuring forested terrain with coastal views. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 60°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Sitka National Historical Park and the Alaska Raptor Center, offering opportunities for cultural and wildlife exploration.

Description

National Forest

Tongass National Forest

Overview

Starrigavan Campsites lie within Starrigavan Recreation Area about seven miles north of Sitka. Visitors enjoy hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, picnicking, fishing and kayaking. Learn more about the campsites here. Access to Sitka is by boat or airplane. The campsites are a two-minute drive from the Alaska Marine Highway Sitka Ferry Terminal or a seven-mile drive from downtown Sitka or the airport.

Recreation

Hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing are popular pursuits at Starrigavan. Visitors also enjoy fishing in saltwater and freshwater areas. Many bird and wildlife viewing opportunities exist. Hiking options include the Estuary Life Boardwalk Trail, Forest and Muskeg Trail, the Mosquito Cove Trail and numerous intertwining path and roadways of the recreation area. For information about fishing permits and seasons, visit the Alaska Department of Fish and Game .

Natural Features

The campsites are situated within a typical temperate rainforest of hemlock and spruce trees with salmonberry bushes, low shrubs and mosses covering the forest floor. The Starrigavan Recreation Area is home to a diverse range of forest, estuary and marine habitats. Depending on the season, visitors might spot brown bear, spawning coho (silver) and pink (humpy) salmon, common merganser, bufflehead, bald eagle, great blue heron, kingfisher, river otter or Sitka black-tailed deer.

Nearby Attractions

The State of Alaska's Old Sitka State Historic Site is nearby. Visitors can take half or full-day kayak trips to Katlian Bay and Siginaka Islands.

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Location

Starrigavan Campsites is located in Alaska

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Directions

Starrigavan Recreation Area is located 7 miles northeast of Sitka at the end of Halibut Point Road and 3/4 mile from the local Alaska Marine Highway Ferry Terminal. There are no roads to Sitka. Access is via the Alaska Marine Highway or Alaska Airlines. Upon exiting the Ferry Terminal parking lot, turn left. Estuary and Backpackers Loop are the last right hand turn before the end of the highway. Bayside Loop is the last left hand turn before the end of the highway. From the airport, go across Japonski Bridge to downtown Sitka. Take Halibut Point Road north 7 miles to Starrigavan Recreation Area.

Address

SITKA RANGER DISTRICT 2108 HALIBUT POINT RD
Sitka, AK 99835

Coordinates

57.1327778 N
135.3663889 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Fair
  • T-Mobile
    Fair

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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Reviewed Nov. 6, 2020

Best campground in Sitka

This is our hometown campground and we love it. It’s just a few miles from town, and within walking distance from the ferry terminal. Cell service is limited, so you can feel like you’re away from it all but still go in to work in the morning, or pick up some extra supplies.

Our favorite sites are the three “walk in” sites on the ocean side. We love to have birthday parties with a couple other families out there. The walk isn’t far at all, but the bathroom is just a bit further.

Our next favorite sites are the hike-in sites in the estuary side. These are a bit longer walk, but there’s a great little shared shelter with picnic tables, and the sites are so pretty and rustic feeling. There’s lots of trees but plenty of level sites, and they aren’t used much. Only bummer is that a new road is being built just behind this area, it’s hard to tell how disruptive that will be.

Regular drive in sites are fine, there are a couple pull-through but most are pull-in. Each site has a fire ring and a picnic table, and they’re all pretty good and a short walk to water and pit toilets. There are also a couple of group sites with shelters that are great for bad weather camping.

The campground is within walking distance of several nice, short trails, Old Sitka historical site & boat launch, and the shooting range and ATV trails. It’s pretty quiet and there is lots of wildlife- you have to keep your food abc other smelly things locked in your car or in the bear proof food lockers. You’ll definitely see bald eagles, and please don’t feed the ravens. Pink salmon run up the creek in August, you can catch them at the mouth.

Check out my other review to learn about the cabin that’s in the same campground!

  • Review photo of Starrigavan Campsites by Phinneaus B., November 6, 2020
  • Review photo of Starrigavan Campsites by Phinneaus B., November 6, 2020
  • Review photo of Starrigavan Campsites by Phinneaus B., November 6, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Starrigavan Campsites?

    Starrigavan Campsites allows vehicles up to 38 feet.

  • Does Starrigavan Campsites have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Starrigavan Campsites does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Starrigavan Campsites?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Starrigavan Campsites. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Starrigavan Campsites, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Starrigavan Campsites?

    There are 34 campsites at Starrigavan Campsites and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts