Chilkoot Trail Camping Permits

About Chilkoot Trail Camping Permits

Overview The Chilkoot National Historic Trail is not open for crossing the Canadian border. When you apply for your Chilkoot Trail permit you will need to select the campgrounds you wish to use, select which nights you will be there, and how many members are in your party. Each campsite includes one 10ftx10ft space which may be used for up to two small tents. If additional spaces are needed, select additional camp sites. April 1-May 31 camping permits are not required. Campsites are listed as Walk up - First Come, First Served to indicate the campgrounds are open. You do not need to check in at the park upon arrival during this time period.June 1 - September 12 camping permits must be reserved, printed out beforehand, and validated at the Trail Center in Skagway prior to heading out on the trail. There is a $20.00 nonrefundable permit fee per trip.Guide to Planning Your Chilkoot Trail Hike.Finnegan's Point CampgroundFinnegan's Point is the first campground on the Chilkoot Trail. It is located near the Taiya River. Warming shelter and bear boxes are located close to the trail. Outhouse and tent platforms are up the hill from the warming shelter. Finnegan's Point is a good choice for hikers starting late in the day.Location: Mile Marker 5Site Elevation: 249 ft.Campsites: 6 sites, with wooden 10ftx10ft tent platformsWarming Shelter: 1 Canvas, walled tent with wood burning stoveFood Storage: bear boxes and one bear poleToilet: 1composting outhouseWater Source: Taiya river located close to the warming shelter, all water must be purifiedGrey Water Disposal: Pack out all food scraps, dispose of grey water into fast moving water to follow Leave No Trace principles.Canyon City CampgroundThe Canyon City campground provides a nice place to take a break from hiking, with several tables and two warming shelters. Canyon City is a common first night stop. Spending the night here makes it easy to explore the Canyon City Loop Trail.Location: Mile marker 7.7Site elevation: 463 ftCamp

How to Get There

Start by checking in at the Chilkoot Trail Center at 520 Broadway, Skagway, AK. The Chilkoot Trail Center is located on the east side of Broadway between 5th and 6th Avenues.Once your permit has been validated you can head to the Chilkoot Trailhead. Head North out of town towards the Klondike Highway. Turn left onto Dyea road, and follow the road for approximately 7 miles.The parking lot will be on your left, and the trailhead will be on your right, across the road from the parking lot.

What to Pack for Your Stay

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Plan Your Visit to Chilkoot Trail Camping Permits

Heading to Chilkoot Trail Camping Permits? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)