Remote Wilderness Marine Park on Admiralty Island — Boat or Floatplane Access Only, Primitive Camping on the Shores of Funter Bay, Temperate Rainforest and Rocky Shoreline, Brown Bear Habitat (Admiralty Island “Fortress of the Bears”), Whale and Seal Watching, Kayaking and Anchorage in Protected Bay, Historic Funter Bay Townsite, 15 Miles SW of Juneau, Southeast Alaska
Funter Bay State Marine Park is a remote state marine park on the northern tip of Admiralty Island, approximately 15 miles southwest of Juneau in Southeast Alaska, managed by Alaska State Parks (DPOR). The park features primitive backcountry camping on the shores of Funter Bay, no road access — accessible only by boat or floatplane from Juneau, temperate rainforest shoreline with Sitka spruce and western hemlock, protected anchorage in Funter Bay for recreational boaters, kayaking access along the Admiralty Island coastline, brown bear habitat — Admiralty Island is known as “Fortress of the Bears” with one of the highest brown bear densities on Earth, whale watching for humpback whales in adjacent waters, seal and sea lion sightings, the historic Funter Bay townsite with remnants of early settlement, and no developed facilities — no water, no restrooms, fully self-sufficient wilderness access required.
Admiralty Island has approximately one brown bear per square mile — one of the highest densities anywhere on Earth. Visitors to Funter Bay must carry bear spray, store food in bear-resistant containers, and follow strict bear safety protocols.
The protected waters of Funter Bay provide excellent anchorage for sailboats and recreational cruisers traveling the Inside Passage. Kayakers use the bay as a staging point for Admiralty Island circumnavigations.
Things to Do
- Kayaking — Admiralty Island coastline
- Primitive camping — shoreline, no facilities
- Boating/Anchorage — protected bay
- Wildlife — brown bears, humpbacks, seals
- History — Funter Bay townsite ruins
Site Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | N tip Admiralty Island, ~15 mi SW Juneau, AK |
| Access | Boat or floatplane only — no roads |
| Camping | Primitive — no facilities, self-sufficient |
| Bears | ⚠️ High-density brown bear habitat |
| Anchorage | Protected bay for boats |
| Managed By | Alaska State Parks (DPOR) |
| Coordinates | 58.2533° N, 134.9083° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get to Funter Bay State Marine Park?
Funter Bay State Marine Park on Admiralty Island is accessible only by boat or floatplane from Juneau, Alaska — there is no road access. The remote marine park about 15 miles southwest of Juneau offers primitive backcountry camping, kayaking, protected anchorage, and exceptional wildlife viewing including brown bears, humpback whales, and seals. Admiralty Island has one of the highest brown bear densities on Earth. No developed facilities — visitors must be fully self-sufficient with bear-resistant food storage.
Last updated: May 2026
Nearby state parks: If you have extra time, Shelter Island State Marine Park is a short drive away, and Point Bridget State Park is a short drive away.
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Alaska state parks online at alaskastateparks.reserveamerica.com.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Funter Bay State Marine Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are welcome in Alaska State Parks and campgrounds when leashed and accompanied by the owner; unleashed dogs are allowed in the backcountry if under voice control.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash not exceeding 9 feet required in developed facilities (campgrounds, picnic areas, trailheads, swim beaches, boat ramps).
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- No statewide pet ban on beaches; swim beaches count as developed facilities where the 9-foot leash rule applies.
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- In the backcountry leashes are not required but pets must remain under voice control; in trapping areas (e.g. Chena River SRA) leashing is strongly advised for dog safety.
Are dogs allowed at Funter Bay State Marine Park?
Pets are welcome in Alaska State Parks and campgrounds when leashed and accompanied by the owner; unleashed dogs are allowed in the backcountry if under voice control. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via dnr.alaska.gov. More: Alaska state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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