This USDA Forest Service mooring buoy provides water access camping near Silver Bay Lake, located northwest of Sitka. Boaters can secure their vessels to the buoy system while camping on nearby shoreline areas. The site operates under Forest Service regulations and requires boat transportation to reach.
Access depends on weather conditions and boating experience, as the location sits in Southeast Alaska's marine environment. Campers should prepare for variable weather and pack all necessary supplies, as no facilities are available on-site. The Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka offers an alternative accommodation option 1.4 miles south for those seeking more shelter.
Description
Located about 10 miles southeast of Sitka at the southwest end of Silver Bay near trailhead that accesses Salmon Lake cabin ACTIVITIES Boating Hiking: Boat anchorage for hikers accessing the Salmon Lake-Redoubt Lake Trail. Hunting: Boat anchorage for access to big game hunting. Refer to http://www.adfg.alaska.gov for species, permits and regulations. Fire Lookouts/cabins Overnight: Possible boat anchorage for Salmon Lake Cabin and Salmon Lake-Redoubt Trail users.
Map & DirectionsSilver Bay Mooring Buoy is located in Alaska near Sitka
Directions
Located 10 miles southeast of Sitka at head of Silver Bay.
Coordinates
56.98180629 N
135.14177896 W
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 7 hrs 28 min from Auke Bay, AK
- 7 hrs 43 min from Douglas, AK
