The south end of Mitkof Island from South Blind Slough to Blaquiere Point is managed by the State of Alaska and Crescent Beach is included in that area. A short spur off of the Mitkof Highway leads to a parking spot adjacent to Crescent Beach, a tidally influenced area adjacent Summer Straight and near the rich waters of the Stikine River delta. This is one of several roadside locations along the south end of Mitkof Island where the waters of Sumner Strait can be glassed for species that inhabit this area. Notable species include Red-breasted Merganser (especially in the spring), Horned Grebe (migrant), Western Grebes (migrant), fall migrants include Black-legged Kittiwakes, the California Gull (rare) and Parasitic Jaeger (rare).

Directions:

Crescent Beach is located approximately 26 miles south of Petersburg off the Mitkof Highway.

Birding Resources:

•  eBird Hotspot: None

Bird Species Checklist:

• Petersburg checklist