Caines Head State Recreational Park - Camp, Canoe, and Hike near Seward, Alaska
Seward,Alaska
60.12444400433, -149.43333299168
1.4 miles N of Seward, Alaska
GPS: 60°7'28.0"N 149°25'60.0"W
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State: Alaska

Camp, Canoe, and Hike

Caines Head State Recreation Area is the scenic site of an abandoned World War II fort, can be reached by boat or foot from Seward. The massive headland rises 650 feet above Resurrection Bay, against a back drop of rolling alpine meadows and sharp peaks, giving way to a sweeping view of the North Pacific Ocean.

Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Directions

From Seward, Alaska

  1. Head north on State Hwy 9/3rd Ave toward Jefferson St
    Continue to follow State Hwy 9
    (1.2 mi)
  2. Turn right onto Port Ave (0.3 mi)
  3. Turn left onto Alameda Rd
    Destination will be on the left
    (0.2 mi)
or

Seward Highway (1) to Highway 9 to Seward. There is a parking area at Lowell Point, south of Seward. It is important to time your trip around the tides.

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