Chilkoot Lake Recreation Site

Here's your opportunity to see nesting Bald Eagles.

The Chilkoot Lake Recreation Site is located at the south end of Chilkoot Lake and is a well-developed and maintained state recreation area with amenities like campsites, a boat launch, restrooms, and a picnic shelter.

There are three eBird Hotspots near the recreation site including the lake, the Chilkoot River outlet, and the salmon weir. Birders will see nesting Bald Eagles, and migratory waterfowl including Common Merganser, Barrow’s Goldeneye, and Harlequin Duck. American Dipper can be seen bobbing on the rocks and diving underwater as a wide variety of passerines and shorebirds. This area is popular for salmon fishing and an excellent spot for bear viewing.

Directions:

To reach Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Site, take Lutak Road for 5 miles past the ferry terminal and follow the signs to the site. Be advised portions of the road are not maintained during the winter, watch for signs advising drivers.