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Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park has one frontcountry campground in Dyea about 9 miles from Skagway. There are four backcountry campgrounds on the US side of the Chilkoot Trail. There is no vehicle access to these sites. Register in advance or at the Trail Center to get a hiking permit before using a backcountry campground.
NPS Dyea CampgroundThe Dyea Campground is located 9 miles from Skagway and .5 miles from the the Chilkoot trailhead. The campground is within a short drive or bike ride of the historic townsite of Dyea. (See Dyea Townsite Map) The campground is monitored by National Park Service rangers and is open when free of snow. The campground provides 22 sites for vehicle and walk-in camping. Hook-ups are not available for recreational vehicles. Campers are advised to bring drinking water and firewood. Closed
Basic Information
 The Dyea Campground is located 9 miles from Skagway. Nestled in the trees along the banks of the Taiya River with limited amenities, the Dyea Campground is a restful place from busy town. The campground is within a short drive or bike ride of the historic townsite of Dyea and a half mile from the Chilkoot Trailhead.
The campground is monitored by National Park Service rangers and is open when free of snow. TOTAL SITES: 22 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 3 Walk to/Boat to: 3 Group: 1 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Amenities
Fire/Stove Policy Fires may be made only in established fire rings. Toilet Types
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Weather This campground is at the end of Lynn Canal and can experience high winds and variable conditions. Be prepared for three-season camping, even in summer. Email Address Phone number (Voice) Directions The Dyea Campground is located 9 miles from Skagway and .5 miles from the the Chilkoot trailhead.Regulations Camping is permitted only in designated areas.
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Accessibility Information
ADA Information - Campground surfaces are mostly flat, unpaved gravel, but free of large rocks. Several sites have wheelchair accessible picnic tables. Wheelchair Access - Campground surfaces are mostly flat, unpaved gravel, but free of large rocks. Several sites have wheelchair accessible picnic tables. RV & Trailer Information - Large RVs and trailers may have difficulty crossing the bridge over the Taiya River between the Dyea campground and Dyea townsite. RV Allowed - Yes Trailer Allowed - Yes Classification - This campground is a limited development campground. Campgrounds on the Chilkoot TrailThe Dyea Campground is the park's only frontcountry campground. For those adventurous enough to backpack into the park can explore four more campgrounds along the Chilkoot Trail. Closed
 Finnegan's Camp is the first backcountry campground 5mi (8m) on the Chilkoot Trail. It is located near the Taiya River. On clear days you can see the Irene glacier, a hanging glacier, across the river from the campground. In order to camp overnight along the Chilkoot Trail on the U.S. side you must purchase a backcountry permit from the Chilkoot Trail Center in Skagway.
TOTAL SITES: 6 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 6 Walk to/Boat to: 6 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Closed
 The Canyon City campground provides a nice place to take a break from hiking, with several tables and two warming shelters. This backcountry campground is at mi 7.7 (km 12.5). The campground is located just half a mile from the historic Canyon City townsite where hikers can see artifacts leftover from the gold rush days including the large metal tram boiler. In order to camp overnight along the Chilkoot Trail on the U.S. side you must purchase a backcountry permit from the Chilkoot Trail Center in Skagway.
TOTAL SITES: 11 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 11 Walk to/Boat to: 11 Group: 1 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Closed
 Pleasant Camp is located near the Taiya River 10.7mi (17.3km) from the trailhead. It is just after a relatively large elevation gain coming from Canyon City (hiking south to north) and often a "pleasant" spot to spend some time.
Pleasant Camp is the trail's least used campground and offers hikers a tranquil evening. However, if you are hiking over the pass directly from Pleasant Camp, prepare for a very long, next day traversing the Golden Stairs. You must purchase a backcountry permit for this campground. TOTAL SITES: 11 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 11 Walk to/Boat to: 11 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Closed
 Sheep Camp is the last campground on the U.S. side of the trail before (at 13mi, 20.9km). As a result it is a popular campsite in the peak summer months and can be fully booked. Sheep Camp is the location of the National Park Service backcountry ranger station. Each evening a ranger will do a presentation in the campground providing an update on current trail conditions, tips for the trail, and some history of the area.
You must purchase a permit to stay at this campground at the Trail Center in Skagway. TOTAL SITES: 27 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 27 Walk to/Boat to: 27 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Camping Pro Tips and ResourcesShowing results 1-3 of 3
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Last updated: April 22, 2024