Established Camping
Pinta Cove Shelter Lookout/cabin
Pinta Cove Shelter Lookout/Cabin is located near the rugged coastline of Alaska, offering a landscape of rocky shores and dense forests. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 60°F in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore Glacier Bay National Park, known for its glaciers and diverse wildlife.
Description
USDA Forest Service
An Adirondack style emergency shelter at Pinta Cove. The shelter is supplied with a wood stove, food preparation table, and sleeping bunks. This shelter is available for recreational use on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not required. Firewood is not provided. ACTIVITIES Boating: Motorized boating and marine mammal viewing opportunities at Pinta Cove and Point Adolphus. Hunting: Big game hunting in season possible from this shelter. Refer to http://www.adfg.alaska.gov for species, permits and regulations. Picnicking: Picnic just outside the shelter or on the beach. Fire Lookouts/cabins Overnight: This emergency shelter is available for recreational use on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not required. Firewood is not provided. Swimming
Location
Pinta Cove Shelter Lookout/cabin is located in Alaska
Directions
On Icy Strait at the northern-most tip of Chichagof Island. 18 miles west of Hoonah to Pinta Cove.
Coordinates
58.26600069 N
135.76560018 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites