🌤 Weather at Joe Mace Island State Marine Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32–53 °F | 46–61 °F | 35–56 °F | 31–39 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Pt Baker, 0 mi away, elevation 20 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
A 62-Acre Island Park in Sumner Strait near Point Baker
Joe Mace Island State Marine Park is a 62-acre marine park in Sumner Strait, near Point Baker at the north end of Prince of Wales Island. Alaska State Parks calls the fishing excellent. The park is undeveloped.
Things to Do
- Fishing: described by Alaska State Parks as excellent
- Boating and kayaking: listed by Alaska State Parks
- Wildlife viewing: listed by Alaska State Parks
Park Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Sumner Strait, near Point Baker |
| Size | 62 acres |
| Access | No road access. Boat or kayak |
| Facilities | None (undeveloped) |
| Fees | No entrance fee listed by Alaska State Parks (as of October 2026) |
| Accessibility | No accessibility information on the Alaska State Parks page |
| Managed By | Alaska Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation |
| Coordinates | 56.3475, -133.6353 |
Getting There
Point Baker, less than a mile away, is the closest community. The island is reached by boat or kayak only. Sumner Strait is open water, so check the marine forecast.
Nearby State Parks
All neighbors are reached by water, so the straight-line distances below are shorter than any boat route. Beecher Pass State Marine Park lies about 29 miles northeast, Security Bay State Marine Park about 45 miles northwest and Petroglyph Beach State Historic Site about 48 miles east.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Joe Mace Island State Marine Park?
In Sumner Strait near Point Baker, at the north end of Prince of Wales Island in Southeast Alaska.
Is Joe Mace Island in Prince William Sound?
No. It is in Southeast Alaska, in Sumner Strait near Point Baker.
Sources: Alaska State Parks, Joe Mace Island State Marine Park. Last updated: October 2026.
Camping reservations: Camping at Joe Mace Island State Marine Park cannot be booked online; Alaska State Parks lists no reservable sites for this park. Cabins and campsites that can be booked are listed at reservealaskastateparks.com. As of October 2026.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Joe Mace Island 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 Joe Mace Island 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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