Cannon Beach Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water supply.
Gale Warning issued October 29 at 11:05PM AKDT until October 31 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, east winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape out to 15 NM. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 7 PM AKDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 PM Friday to 4 AM AKDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 29 at 11:05PM AKDT until October 30 at 7:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, east winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Cape Fairweather to Icy Cape out to 15 NM. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 7 PM AKDT Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 PM Friday to 4 AM AKDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 29 at 2:27PM AKDT until October 30 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...Light winds becoming E 15 kt. Seas 4 ft. .FRI...SE wind 25 kt. Seas 6 ft building to 10 ft in the afternoon. .FRI NIGHT...SE gale to 40 kt. Seas 15 ft. Rain. .SAT...SE gale to 40 kt. Gusts to 55 kt. Seas 18 ft. Rain. .SAT NIGHT...SE wind 30 kt. Gusts to 45 kt. Seas 18 ft. Rain. .SUN...E wind 30 kt. Seas 16 ft. .MON...E wind 20 kt. Seas 10 ft. .TUE...E wind 25 kt. Seas 16 ft.
About
Situated on a bluff overlooking the Gulf of Alaska near the remote town of Yakutat, Cannon Beach Campground offers primitive tent camping with spectacular coastal scenery. The site is one of three tent platforms positioned northwest of rusting WWII-era cannons that give the beach its name. Each platform is elevated above the sandy terrain and can be covered with a tarp for weather protection. The Yakutat Ranger District is the northernmost district of Tongass National Forest, characterized by tall mountains, massive glaciers, and sandy beaches unusual for Southeast Alaska. The Gulf of Alaska setting provides waves suitable for surfing and world-class fishing opportunities. Visitors use this site for beachcombing, walking the shoreline, surfing, and enjoying campfires with ocean views. This is a primitive, first-come-first-served camping area with no potable water on site. Campers should bring all drinking water and supplies. A vault toilet serves the Cannon Beach area. The site sees heavy use during summer months due to its accessibility and scenic location.
Directions
Drive on Cannon Beach Road (FS 9963) 2.3 miles from Airport Road toward the beach. Just past Tawah Creek Bridge, turn right on FS Road 9968. Drive an additional 1.1 miles along FS Road 9968; the second of three tent platforms is on the left.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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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