Twenty miles northwest of Douglas, Taku Harbor State Marine Park Public Use Cabin sits along Alaska's southeastern coastline. This established campground provides full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections for RVs, along with drive-in access that distinguishes it from many remote Alaska camping options.
The facility allows campfires and welcomes pets, with reservations available for the $60 nightly rate. Campers can fish local waters, explore hiking trails, or launch kayaks from the harbor. Winter visitors find skiing opportunities in the surrounding terrain. Oliver Inlet State Marine Park Public Use Cabin offers another marine park cabin experience 11 miles west for those wanting a different coastal setting.
Description
Taku Harbor is a natural, bowl shaped harbor that was once home to a major salmon cannery. The 700-acre marine park is located on the eastern shore of Stephens Passage about 22 miles southeast of Juneau. Taku Harbor is frequently used as a night anchorage by commercial fishing boats and small tour ships. It is also a popular destination point for Juneau recreational boaters. Taku Harbor offers lots of fishing and crabbing opportunitiesr.
- 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 & DirectionsTaku Harbor State Marine Park Public Use Cabin is located in Alaska near Douglas
Address
POB 111071
Juneau, AK 99801
Coordinates
58.06743 N
134.01236 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
