Fishing, kayaking, and wildlife watching draw campers to Shelter Island Cabins, a drive-in site within Channel Islands State Marine Park outside Juneau, Alaska. The site provides full hookups including electric, water, and sewer, making it accessible to RV campers who want utility connections in a coastal Alaskan setting. Campfires are permitted, and pets are welcome. Nearby cabins such as Lincoln Island Cabin — Channel Islands State Marine Park offer additional options in the same marine park system. At $60 per night, reservations are available, so book ahead, especially during summer months.
Description
Channel Islands State Marine Park is located between 12 and 30 miles Northwest of Juneau along Favorite Channel and Auke Bay. The area is easily accessed by small boat from the Amalga Harbor, Auke Bay, or North Douglas boat launches and is a popular area for wildlife viewing, photography, waterfowl and big game hunting, sport fishing, boating, kayaking, and camping. Access by float plane is also readily available from the Juneau Airport. Within Channel Islands SMP is North Pass a favorite fishing location for salmon and halibut and a popular whale viewing location. The average temperatures in the summer are in the 60's, rare highs hitting 80. The coastal climate is cool, high average rainfall of 60-90 inches creates a wet environment. Have warm clothing and quality rain gear, inclement weather can occur quickly and last for days. Snow can begin to accumulate as early as October. Amongst the islands there will be: abundant bird life (Bald Eagles, white winged and surf scoters, etc.), seals, sea lions, humpback whales and the occasional killer whale. Low tides expose a wealth of intertidal sea life.
- Always be ready for rain and soft wet ground/be prepared to stay dry and warm.
- Carry signaling devise in case of an emergency (orange cloth/flares/etc.).
- Carry first aid items, flashlight (particularly in winter), snack and a fire starter.
- Surface water should be boiled or treated before drinking.
- Be prepared for bear encounters. Respect the bears, give them the right of way and make a lot of noise (some hikers put bells on their packs and carry whistles to alert bears to their presence).
- Please help protect shorebirds by keeping dogs under control at all times; do not allow dogs to disturb or chase birds or other wildlife.
- Always tell a friend, relative, or park ranger (465-4563) where you are going and when you expect to return. Motorized vehicles prohibited.
- Fires in authorized structures or on sand or gravel bars only.
- Fireworks and explosives are prohibited.
- Discharge of firearms prohibited within 1/2 mile of cabins, trails, and road.
- Disturbing or damaging natural objects prohibited.
- Permit required for more than 20 persons.
Map & DirectionsShelter Island Cabins is located in Alaska near Auke Bay
Directions
These are marine parks accessed primarily by boat. Boat or float plane access only. There are no mooring bouys at any of the islands.
Address
POB 111071
Juneau, AK 99811
Coordinates
58.460532840651105 N
134.8919817018294 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
