Eagle Beach State Recreation Area
The campground is currently closed as of May 22, 2026, despite the typical May 1 seasonal opening. The campground gate is normally closed October 1 through May 1. Sites are first-come-first-served with no advance reservations.
Flood Advisory issued August 31 at 10:39PM AKDT until September 1 at 6:30AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Rain showers continue to move across the area this evening bringing periods of moderate to heavy rain for the Juneau area. Rainfall amounts around the Mendenhall Valley show around an inch of rain has fallen in the last six hours with between another quarter to three quarters of an inch possible. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Montana Creek near areas near the low water crossing on Montana Creek Road and near Back Loop Road at the Montana Creek bridge. * WHEN...Until 630 AM AKDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1034 PM AKDT, river gauge reports indicate rises in water levels from heavy rain across the advisory area. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly, especially near Montana Creek. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.75 inches are possible. - For Montana Creek at Back Loop Bridge: At 10:00pm the stage was 14.7 feet. Flood Stage is 14.5 feet. Forecast: A crest around 15.0 feet is expected around 12:00am Tuesday. Water levels will go below minor flood stage around 3am. Impacts: At 14.5 feet: Water begins flowing over the low water crossing on Montana Creek Road. Bankfull conditions at the gauge with water starting to inundate adjacent undeveloped fields along Mendenhall Loop Road. At 15.5 feet: Up to one half foot of water will flow over the low water crossing on Montana Creek Road after the community gardens. Water will approach and begin to inundate yards of residences along the Northwest side of Mendenhall Loop Road.
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…
About
Eagle Beach State Recreation Area is located 27 miles north of Juneau at Mile 28 of the Glacier Highway, where the Chilkat Range rises dramatically across Lynn Canal. The recreation area encompasses coastal wetlands and forested uplands that attract diverse wildlife including brown and black bears, moose, bald eagles, and migratory waterfowl. The campground offers 16 primitive sites nestled in a forested section, plus additional walk-in camping areas. Sites are first-come-first-served with a 7-day maximum stay. The area accommodates RVs up to 35 feet in length. ADA-accessible facilities include toilets, potable water, and trails. Two picnic shelters and a group camping area are available for reservation through ReserveAmerica. Three public-use cabins (Berry Patch, Marten, and Saturday Creek) provide overnight shelter options for those seeking a more remote experience. Summer activities include hiking the beach and wetland trails, berry picking in late summer, wildlife photography, and beachcombing. The recreation area provides a boat launch for water access to Lynn Canal.
Directions
From downtown Juneau, drive north on the Glacier Highway (Egan Drive) for approximately 27 miles to Mile 28. The recreation area entrance is on the left (west) side of the highway.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $60 - $80 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 36ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 269-8400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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