Finnegan's Point
Closed — Closed for winter. The Chilkoot Trail typically operates from June through mid-September. Backcountry permits are required for overnight camping and must be purchased from the Chilkoot Trail Center in Skagway.
Special Weather Statement issued April 10 at 3:26PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
A system moving across the Gulf will send bands of precipitation sweeping into the panhandle beginning late Sunday afternoon for most of SE AK, and early Sunday morning for Yakutat. Yakutat is expected to see some snow mixing in early Sunday morning, before transitioning to rain during the daytime. Sunday night into early Monday morning, temperatures will cool enough that some snow may be able to mix in across the northern panhandle. Any snow accumulations for most areas near sea level are likely to remain less than an inch. Although it is a more unlikely scenario due to the warmer temperatures, the possibility of marginally higher accumulations (1 to 3 inches) cannot be ruled out at this time. What snow that does fall is likely to be wet in nature.
About
Finnegan's Point serves as the first backcountry campground for hikers tackling the historic Chilkoot Trail, positioned at mile marker 4.8 along this legendary Gold Rush route. The campground sits on the east side of the trail, uphill from the Taiya River, offering a strategic stopping point for backpackers beginning their multi-day trek. On clear days, campers are rewarded with views of the Irene Glacier, a hanging glacier visible across the river valley. The campground provides 6 reservable sites equipped with essential amenities including vault toilets, non-potable water, food storage lockers for bear-safe food storage, and a warming shelter with a stove where fires are permitted. Backpacking stoves can be used inside or outside the shelter. The site serves hikers pursuing the challenging 33-mile trail that follows the route taken by thousands of prospectors during the 1897-1898 Klondike Gold Rush. All overnight camping on the U.S. side of the Chilkoot Trail requires a backcountry permit purchased from the Chilkoot Trail Center in Skagway. When making reservations, hikers must designate which campgrounds they will use, though specific campsites within each campground are not pre-assigned. The trail attracts thousands of international visitors annually who come to experience both the spectacular wilderness scenery and rich historical significance of this National Historic Trail.
Directions
Located at mile marker 4.8 on the Chilkoot Trail. The campground is on the east side of the trail, uphill from the Taiya River. Access via the Chilkoot Trail starting from the trailhead in Historic Dyea.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20.3 - $54.6 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| klgo_information@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 983-9200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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