Chilkat State Park - United States

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About Chilkat State Park

Chilkat State Park is an Alaska state park on the Chilkat Peninsula, about 7 miles south of Haines in the state's southeast panhandle. The park covers roughly 6,000 acres of coastal forest and shoreline along Chilkat Inlet, with direct views across the water to the Rainbow and Davidson Glaciers in the Takshanuk Mountains. Spruce and hemlock forests drop to rocky beaches where bald eagles, harbor seals, sea lions, and humpback whales are commonly seen in summer. The park has a small campground, a day-use picnic area, a boat launch, and several short hiking trails, as well as longer routes toward Seduction Point. Its quiet, end-of-the-road setting makes it a popular stop for travelers driving the Haines Highway or arriving by Alaska Marine Highway ferry. Wildlife viewing, saltwater fishing, kayaking, and glacier photography are the main draws for RV visitors.

RV quick facts for Chilkat State Park

Detail	Information
Reservation window	First-come, first-served at most Alaska State Parks campgrounds; check dnr.alaska.gov for current status
Full hookups	None; campground is dry (no water, electric, or sewer hookups at sites)
Dump station	Not available inside the park; nearest dump stations are in Haines
Cell service	Limited and spotty on the Chilkat Peninsula; reliable service in Haines
Road restrictions	Access road (Mud Bay Road) is paved then gravel; suitable for most RVs but narrow in sections
Generator hours	Follow posted Alaska State Parks quiet hours; generators restricted overnight
Bear precautions	Black and brown bears present; use bear-resistant food storage and keep a clean camp

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Best time to visit Chilkat State Park

Mid-June through early September is the best window, when the campground and boat launch are fully open, daylight is long, and the Haines Highway is clear of snow. July and August offer the warmest temperatures and the best odds of whale and eagle sightings from the shoreline. Late May and mid-September work as shoulder seasons with fewer visitors, though nights are cold and services in Haines begin winding down. Winter access is limited and the campground is closed.

Jan 130 mm

32°F - 21°F

Campground closed; winter conditions, snow and ice on roads

Feb 95 mm

36°F - 23°F

Campground closed; winter access only

Mar 85 mm

41°F - 27°F

Campground closed; snow still common

Apr 70 mm

48°F - 34°F

Campground typically closed; park road may be muddy

May 75 mm

57°F - 41°F

Shoulder season; campground opens late in the month, services limited

Jun 75 mm

64°F - 48°F

Long daylight, campground fully open

Jul 100 mm

66°F - 52°F

Peak season; best whale and eagle viewing

Aug 140 mm

66°F - 52°F

Peak season; wetter than July

Sep 190 mm

57°F - 45°F

Shoulder season; rainy, eagles gathering on the Chilkat River

Oct 200 mm

46°F - 36°F

Campground closing; cold, wet conditions

Nov 165 mm

37°F - 27°F

Campground closed; day-use only and weather dependent

Dec 160 mm

34°F - 23°F

Campground closed; winter conditions

Things to do at Chilkat State Park

Glacier viewing at the day-use area Easy
RV parking available
The park's picnic and day-use area offers direct across-the-inlet views of Rainbow Glacier and Davidson Glacier. A paved parking area accommodates RVs for short stops, and benches and picnic tables line the shoreline.
Seduction Point Trail Strenuous
RV parking available
Seduction Point Trail is a long out-and-back coastal route from the campground area to the tip of the Chilkat Peninsula, with beach and forest sections. It is typically done as an overnight or a very long day hike, with views of Davidson Glacier and Chilkat Inlet.
Wildlife and whale watching from shore Easy
RV parking available
The Chilkat Inlet shoreline is a reliable spot for spotting humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, harbor seals, and bald eagles in summer. Bring binoculars and scan from the beach or picnic area.
Boat launch and saltwater fishing Moderate
RV parking available
A small boat launch inside the park provides access to Chilkat Inlet for saltwater fishing, kayaking, and small-boat touring. Salmon and halibut are the main targets in season.
Chilkat Peninsula beach walks Easy
RV parking available
Short trails from the campground lead down to rocky and gravel beaches along the inlet. These make a good stretch-the-legs stop for RV travelers, with tide pools and driftwood at low tide.
Day trip to the Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Easy
RV parking available
The nearby Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, along the Haines Highway, holds one of the largest concentrations of bald eagles in the world during the late-autumn salmon run. Several pullouts along the Chilkat River accommodate RVs for viewing.
Photography of Davidson and Rainbow Glaciers Easy
RV parking available
The park is one of the most accessible places to photograph Davidson Glacier, which flows down from the Chilkat Range across the inlet. Early morning and late evening light in summer offer the best conditions.

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Chilkat State Park, AK, United States

How to get to Chilkat State Park

Chilkat State Park is reached by driving Mud Bay Road roughly 7 miles south from Haines, Alaska. Haines is about 150 miles (3 to 3.5 hours) from Haines Junction, Yukon, via the Haines Highway, which crosses Chilkat Pass at over 3,500 feet with steep grades, long climbs, and no services for long stretches, so RVers should top off fuel and check brakes before the pass. Many RV travelers also arrive via the Alaska Marine Highway ferry from Skagway or Juneau, since no road connects Haines directly to those towns. The nearest airport for fly-and-rent trips is Haines Airport (HNS), with larger connections through Juneau International Airport (JNU).

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