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Brochure and Map of Eagle Beach State Recreation Area (SRA) in Alaska. Published by Alaska State Parks.
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Park Address:
Mile 29, Glacier Highway, Juneau, AK
Southeast Area Park Headquarters:
400 Willoughby Avenue
Juneau, AK 99811-1071
Background photo of Dunlin and Western Sandpiper
Courtesy of Chuck Young, USF&WS
Alaska State Parks
Eagle Beach State Recreation Area surrounds the
Methodist Camp. In the early 1950s, a small committee
from Juneau-area Methodist churches received a permit
to build a camp. Students from across the lower 48
states and local volunteers constructed a small building,
tent frames, trails, and bridges and the camp opened
in 1955. The camp was established to provide a facility
for residents and visitors who want to enjoy the natural
environment of southeast Alaska.
For additional information visit
www.alaskastateparks.org
Park History
Welcome to
Eagle Beach
State Recreation Area
(907) 465-4563
In 1996, Governor Tony Knowles signed an executive
order establishing the 570-acre Eagle Beach State
Recreation Area. The Eagle Beach Picnic Area, formerly
managed by the U.S. Forest Service, was added to the
state recreation area in 2007.
In 1996, Governor Tony Knowles signed an executive
order establishing the 570-acre Eagle Beach State
Recreation Area. The Eagle Beach Picnic Area, formerly
managed by the U.S. Forest Service, was added to the
state recreation area in 2007.
Eagle Beach State Recreation Area surrounds the
Methodist Camp. In the early 1950s, a small committee
from Juneau-area Methodist churches received a permit
to build a camp. Students from across the lower 48
states and local volunteers constructed a small building,
tent frames, trails, and bridges and the camp opened
in 1955. The camp was established to provide a facility
for residents and visitors who want to enjoy the natural
environment of southeast Alaska.
State Recreation Area
(907) 465-4563
Southeast Area Park Headquarters:
400 Willoughby Avenue
Juneau, AK 99811-1071
Park Address:
Mile 29, Glacier Highway, Juneau, AK
For More Information
Park History
Eagle Beach
Background photo of Dunlin and Western Sandpiper
Courtesy of Chuck Young, USF&WS
© John Hyde / alaskastock.com
For additional information visit
www.alaskastateparks.org
Welcome to
Area Highlights
Welcome
Day-Use Areas
Eagle Beach Picnic Area
Eagle Beach State Recreation Area, located at the
The Eagle Beach Picnic Area can be accessed from
encompasses approximately 600 acres and includes a
campground, two day-use areas, and an extensive trail
system. Hiking, skiing, biking, wildlife viewing, camping,
and picnicking are a few of the activities you can enjoy.
The main day-use area is fully accessible with a quartermile paved trail and viewing scopes. Several trails and a
white sand beach with an expansive intertidal area make
for great beach combing and bird and sea life watching.
and a covered shelter are available for picnicking near
Alaska State Parks
Camping
The Eagle Beach Campground has 26 campsites,
including three walk-in sites. Potable water can be
obtained from the campground host site and restroom
facilities are available nearby.
Outer Beach Area
This is a great place for lunch on the beach where you
can use the picnic shelter or one of the picnic tables.
Enjoy spectacular views of the Chilkat Mountains
during lunch and comb the sandy beach for seashells,
colorful sea glass, and drift wood afterwards. Watch
in spring and fall as they journey north to breeding
grounds or south to wintering grounds.
Dog owners should be careful not to allow their dogs
to harrass the birds.
Trails
Eagle Beach State Recreation Area has numerous
trails for people of all abilities. Take a leisurely stroll
along the Loop Trail or spend a day exploring the
Amalga Trail that leads to a cabin in the Eagle River
Valley. Explore the centerfold map for detailed
information about the area’s trails.
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Trail Descriptions
Loop Trail
Access: Main entrance parking area
Travel Means: Foot, wheelchair
Distance: 1.8-mile loop
Cross the Saturday Creek walking bridge and follow
the trail that leads to the campground. Numerous
ecosystems occur along this short, accessible trail
including open meadow, old-growth forest, wetland,
and early summer and the brightly colored berries
that follow. Look for porcupines, squirrels, and other
signs of wildlife, but please be bear aware since
bears frequent this area.
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Access: Via the Loop or Amalga trailheads
Travel Means: Foot
Distance: 6 miles
This trail is the old tram route and is not maintained.
Hikers can follow the Yankee Basin Trail for about
four miles to the pass, but beyond this, the route is
Chocolate Lily
Photo courtesy of Kerry Howard
Cross-Country Ski Trail
Access: Mile 28.1 of the Glacier Highway
or via the Loop Trail
Travel Means: Foot
Distance: 11.2 miles
7.5 miles leading to the U.S. Forest Service Eagle
Glacier cabin are well maintained.
Access: Main entrance parking area
Travel Means: Foot, ski
Distance: 1.3 miles
Lesser Yellowlegs
Park Fees
One-day Parking: NO FEE
Overnight Camping: $10/day. There is a seven-day
camping limit.
Shelters: $25/day to reserve. Picnic area and shelters
are closed daily from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Park Rules
• Motorized vehicles are prohibited on trails
• Fireworks are prohibited
• Fires are allowed in authorized structures only
• Disturbing or damaging natural objects is
prohibited
round. The trail winds through old-growth forest
and offers occasional views of Eagle River.
• Permits are required for groups of more than
20 persons
Beach Access Trail
This trail parallels the Glacier Highway for half of its
length. Views of the Eagle River and a salt marsh
estuary, at the mouth of the river, reward visitors
walking this trail. Waterfowl are plentiful, and in late
Photos not credited are courtesy of Alaska State Parks employees
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This trail is maintained for skiing when there is
Access: Main entrance parking area
Travel Means: Foot
Distance: 0.7 mile
Salmonberries
of Kerry Howa
Outer Eagle Beach
Yankee Basin Trail
Amalga Trail
Shooting Star
Photo courtesy
chum salmon. Be bear aware!
Park Tips
• Be prepared for rain and soft, wet ground
• Boil or treat water before drinking, or bring your
own drinking water
• Bear encounters are common, make noise and
give them space
• Pack out your trash
• Please help protect shorebirds by keeping dogs
under control at all times; do not allow dogs to
disturb or chase birds or other wildlife