🏆🏆 Ketchikan Islands — Island group in Clarence Strait near Ketchikan with rainforest and marine wildlife
Magoun Islands State Marine Park protects a group of small islands in Clarence Strait near Ketchikan. The islands feature typical Southeast Alaska temperate rainforest, rocky shorelines with tide pools, and sheltered passages between islands ideal for kayaking. Seabird colonies, bald eagles, harbor seals, and passing humpback whales are commonly seen.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Clarence Strait, near Ketchikan, AK |
| Access | Boat or kayak |
| Entry Fee | Free |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these good for kayaking?
Excellent — the sheltered passages between islands offer protected paddling. Be prepared for Southeast Alaska rain and tidal currents. Wet/dry suits recommended for cold water.
About Magoun Islands
Magoun Islands State Marine Park in the northern Prince William Sound protects a group of small islands surrounded by glacial waters. The islands provide sheltered anchorage and camping in a region where tidewater glaciers still calve icebergs into the sea. The surrounding waters are home to humpback whales, orcas, and sea otters.
Magoun Islands State Marine Park protects a group of islands in Prince William Sound that provide sheltered anchorage and primitive camping for kayakers and boaters exploring the sound’s western reaches. The islands are home to bald eagles, harbor seals, and visiting humpback whales. Prince William Sound’s marine parks form a network of wilderness campsites accessible only by water — the ocean equivalent of backcountry hiking.
Things to Do
Island camping, sea kayaking among the islands, whale watching, glacier viewing, wildlife photography, and fishing for salmon and halibut. Access by boat from Whittier or Valdez.
Island camping, kayaking through the island group, wildlife watching, fishing, beachcombing for marine treasures, and connecting marine park campsites on multi-day kayak trips.
Nearby state parks: If you have extra time, Grindall Island State Marine Park is a short drive away, and Settlers Cove State Recreation Site is a short drive away.
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Alaska state parks online at alaskastateparks.reserveamerica.com.
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Rainforest islands — kayaking and whale watching in Clarence Strait near Ketchikan.
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