Portage Cove Campground

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About this campsite

Campground: Portage Cove Campground. Operated by Alaska DNR.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Tent Site

Location

Portage Cove Campground•AK

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Common questions about Portage Cove Campground

What facilities does Portage Cove Campground have?

Portage Cove Campground has tent site. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Portage Cove Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Portage Cove Campground, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Portage Cove Campground?

Portage Cove Campground sits in AK. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Portage Cove Campground

Facilities recorded for Portage Cove Campground
Facility	On site
Tent Site	Yes

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Chilkoot Lake State Recreationsite

Campground: Chilkoot Lake State Recreationsite. Operated by Government.

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Chilkoot Trail Camping Permits

Overview The Chilkoot National Historic Trail is not open for crossing the Canadian border. When you apply for your Chilkoot Trail permit you will need to select the campgrounds you wish to use, select which nights you will be there, and how many members are in your party. Each campsite includes one 10ftx10ft space which may be used for up to two small tents. If additional spaces are needed, select additional camp sites. April 1-May 31 camping permits are not required. Campsites are listed as Walk up - First Come, First Served to indicate the campgrounds are open. You do not need to check in at the park upon arrival during this time period. June 1 - September 12 camping permits must be reserved, printed out beforehand, and validated at the Trail Center in Skagway prior to heading out on the trail. There is a $20.00 nonrefundable permit fee per trip. Guide to Planning Your Chilkoot Trail Hike . Finnegan's Point Campground Finnegan's Point is the first campground on the Chilkoot Trail. It is located near the Taiya River. Warming shelter and bear boxes are located close to the trail. Outhouse and tent platforms are up the hill from the warming shelter. Finnegan's Point is a good choice for hikers starting late in the day. Location: Mile Marker 5 Site Elevation: 249 ft. Campsites: 6 sites, with wooden 10ftx10ft tent platforms Warming Shelter: 1 Canvas, walled tent with wood burning stove Food Storage: bear boxes and one bear pole Toilet: 1composting outhouse Water Source: Taiya river located close to the warming shelter, all water must be purified Grey Water Disposal: Pack out all food scraps, dispose of grey water into fast moving water to follow Leave No Trace principles. Canyon City Campground The Canyon City campground provides a nice place to take a break from hiking, with several tables and two warming shelters. Canyon City is a common first night stop. Spending the night here makes it easy to explore the Canyon City Loop Trail. Location: Mile marker 7.7 Site elevation: 463 ft Campsites : 16 sites, with wooden 10ftx10ft tent platforms. Warming shelter : 1 canvas walled tent, 1 log cabin with wood burning stoves Food storage : bear boxes Toilet : 2 composting outhouses Water source : Taiya River located a short distance from the campground, a small stream runs behind the wall tent, all water must be purified. Grey water disposal : pack out all food scraps, dispose of grey water into fast moving water to practice Leave No Trace Pleasant Camp Campground Pleasant Camp is located near the Taiya River. It is just after a relatively large elevation gain coming from Canyon City. It is a good place to stay for experienced hikers accustomed to long days who want a quieter campground than Sheep Camp. Location: Mile marker10.7 Site elevation: 750 ft Campsites : 11 bare ground sites Warm

31.6 km away

Dyea Campground

The Dyea Campground is located 9 miles from Skagway. Nestled in the trees along the banks of the Taiya River with limited amenities, the Dyea Campground is a restful place from busy town. The campground is within a short drive or bike ride of the historic townsite of Dyea and a half mile from the Chilkoot Trailhead. The campground is monitored by National Park Service rangers and is open when free of snow.

32.7 km away

DENVER CABOOSE CABIN

Overview This unique cabin is a refurbished 1960s railroad caboose that is retired from the White Pass and Yukon Railroad. It is an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts who want to hike to the Denver Glacier. Access to Denver Caboose Cabin is via the White Pass and Yukon Railroad from May 1 to September 30. The cabin is closed to reservations in the off-season, since the surrounding area is owned by the railroad. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety and must bring several of their own amenities. Recreation A 4.5-mile trail to Denver Glacier starts at the cabin site. The trail follows a river and has many scenic overlooks. The nearby terrain is rugged and brushy. Facilities The cabin sleeps six people and contains a double bunk and four single bunks. This includes a bunk in the nicknamed "observatory penthouse" that has windows on all sides and an access ladder. Other amenities include a table with benches, an oil heater (#1 stove oil), food preparation space, a campfire ring and an outhouse. Water and electricity are not provided. Water is available from a nearby stream uphill from the cabin, but visitors should be sure to treat water before drinking or cooking with it ( water safety tips ). It is recommended that visitors bring their own water supply. Heating oil is not provided, so visitors must supply their own. One gallon of #1 stove oil will last about a day on the lowest heat setting. Other items to bring include sleeping bags, sleeping pads, a cooking stove, lanterns or flashlights, cookware, plates, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, a fire extinguisher and fire starter. Visitors are expected to pack out trash and clean the cabin before leaving ( click here for more cabin details). Natural Features Denver Caboose Cabin offers excellent views of the East Fork Skagway River and the Sawtooth Mountains. It is surrounded by spruce and hemlock rainforest. Black bears and moose are common in this area ( bear safety information ). Mountain goats can frequently be seen with binoculars.