A Safe-Haven Anchorage at the North End of Kuiu Island
Security Bay State Marine Park lies at the north end of Kuiu Island, facing Frederick Sound and Chatham Strait. Alaska State Parks describes it as a safe-haven anchorage in an area of large open water. The nearest village is Kake, about 20 miles to the east.
The park is undeveloped. Two private landowners hold land within the park, and there is one historic Native site in it, so respect private property and leave cultural sites undisturbed.
Things to Do
- Anchoring: a safe haven in an area of large open water
- Fishing, boating and kayaking: listed by Alaska State Parks
- Wildlife viewing: listed by Alaska State Parks
Park Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | North end of Kuiu Island, facing Frederick Sound and Chatham Strait |
| Nearest village | Kake, about 20 miles east |
| Access | No road access. Boat or floatplane |
| Facilities | None (undeveloped). Private land within the park |
| 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 | 56.8600, -134.3500 |
Getting There
Kake, about 20 miles east, is the nearest village. The bay is reached by boat or floatplane only. Plan for open water in Frederick Sound and Chatham Strait on the way in.
Nearby State Parks
There is no other state park close by; all neighbors are reached by water or air, and the straight-line distances below are shorter than any route. Baranof Castle Hill State Historic Site lies about 40 miles west, Halibut Point State Recreation Site about 41 miles west and Old Sitka State Historical Park about 43 miles northwest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Security Bay State Marine Park?
At the north end of Kuiu Island in Southeast Alaska, facing Frederick Sound and Chatham Strait, about 20 miles west of Kake.
Is all of Security Bay public land?
No. Alaska State Parks notes two private landowners within the park and one historic Native site.
Sources: Alaska State Parks, Security Bay State Marine Park. Last updated: October 2026.
Camping reservations: Camping at Security Bay 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 Security 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 Security 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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