Cannon Beach Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations available.
Small Craft Advisory issued April 30 at 3:05PM AKDT until May 1 at 5:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Southeast Alaska Coastal Waters from Dixon Entrance to Cape Suckling out 100 NM Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Seas forecasts represent the average of the highest one-third of the combined windwave and swell height. .TONIGHT...W wind 10 kt. Seas 6 ft. .FRI...E wind 20 kt becoming SE 30 kt in the afternoon. Seas 6 ft building to 11 ft in the afternoon. .FRI NIGHT...SE wind 30 kt. Seas 14 ft. Rain. .SAT...E wind 30 kt. Seas 11 ft. Rain. .SAT NIGHT...E wind 20 kt. Seas 8 ft. SW swell. Rain. .SUN...E wind 20 kt. Seas 7 ft. .MON...E wind 15 kt. Seas 6 ft. .TUE...S wind 20 kt. Seas 12 ft.
Small Craft Advisory issued April 30 at 3:01PM AKDT until May 1 at 7:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, east winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 14 ft expected. * WHERE...Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape out to 15 NM. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 1 PM to 7 PM AKDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 PM Friday to 6 AM AKDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued April 30 at 3:01PM AKDT until May 2 at 6:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, east winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 9 to 14 ft expected. * WHERE...Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape out to 15 NM. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 1 PM to 7 PM AKDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 PM Friday to 6 AM AKDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Regional Order No. 10-01 - Marijuana - Simple Possession
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on the Tongass and Chugach National Forests: Possessing, storing or transporting parts of a cannabis plant, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part of such plant; including and not limited to…
Regional Order No. 10-00-00-04-01 - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol
TONGASS and CHUGACH NATIONAL FORESTS Regional Office Juneau, Alaska Order No. 10-00-00-04-01REGIONAL ORDEROccupancy and Use Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) & (b), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails located within and/or administered by the…
Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 7700-96-1 7730EFFECTIVE 5/17/96 Page 10 of 117731.14 - EXHIBIT 01ORDER NO. R-10-96-01FOREST DEVELOPMENT ROADS AND TRAILSALASKA REGIONPursuant to Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Subpart B, Section261. so (a) (b), the following is prohibited on National Forest Developmentroads…
Area and Road Closure Order Prince of Wales Ranger District
The Ross Adams Mine area will be closed for public safety due to contamination removal and remediation work that includes the continuous use of large heavy earthmoving equipment (on the road system that accesses the mine site and locations where work will be occurring).The closure will be in place…
Forest Road 8530 Temporary Closure Hoonah Ranger District
National Forest Service Road 8530 will be closed to all vehicles (MP 2.0 - MP 5.0) through May 11, 2026 for the replacement of culverts to improve fish passage.
Beaver Falls Prohibitions Thorne Bay Ranger District
The following acts are prohibited in the Tongass National Forest within the Thorne Bay Ranger District: Being on, going into, or using any part of the boardwalk trail leading to the Beaver Falls karst viewing areas, Forest Service Trails 54776, 54776A, and 54776B.
Anan Wildlife Observatory Forest Order Wrangell Ranger District
To provide for public safety and resource protection, the following acts are prohibited on the National Forest System lands described below and shown on the attached map incorporated into this Order as Exhibit A (the “Use Restriction Area”).PROHIBITIONSA. Going into, being upon, entering, or…
About
Cannon Beach Campground is a primitive coastal camping site located in the Tongass National Forest near Yakutat. This is the second of three tent platforms positioned along the scenic beach bluff northwest of the historic WWII-era Cannons at Cannon Beach. The campground consists of a single tent platform that can be covered with a tarp, accompanied by a picnic table and fire ring. Perched on the bluff overlooking the Gulf of Alaska, the site provides direct access to the beach below, making it popular with beachcombers, surfers taking advantage of Yakutat's renowned waves, and visitors exploring the remote coastline. The area sees heavy use due to its coastal location and proximity to the Cannon Beach historical sites. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with the Yakutat area known for abundant seabirds including Marbled Murrelets, Arctic Terns, and Aleutian Terns. This is a primitive, undeveloped site suited for tent camping only. Campers should come prepared for coastal Alaska conditions and be bear aware, as the Tongass is prime bear habitat. The campground is accessible via forest roads from Yakutat Airport, requiring travel along Cannon Beach Road and forest service roads to reach the blufftop location.
Directions
From Yakutat Airport, drive on Cannon Beach Road (FS Road 9963) for 2.3 miles toward the beach. Just past Tawah Creek Bridge, turn right onto FS Road 9968. Continue 1.1 miles along FS Road 9968; the second tent platform is on the left.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 784-3359 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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