Finnegan's Point
Open for the 2026 season. Backcountry permits are required June 1 through September 12 and must be reserved via Recreation.gov. In-person orientation at the Trail Center in Skagway is mandatory before departing. The international border at Chilkoot Pass remains closed to through travel; out-and-back hiking only.
Flood Watch issued September 18 at 2:52PM AKDT until September 21 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
A series of low pressures will move through the panhandle this weekend bringing prolonged rain combined with high freezing levels to increase ice melt on glacier river systems. The heavy rainfall and associated runoff will produce significant river rises with the potential of minor flooding. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Including the following area, Northern Inner Channels. This includes the cities of Skagway, White Pass, And Haines. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, other low-lying areas and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A series of lows will bring a prolonged period of rain combined with warmer temperatures aloft allowing for any precipitation falling into the region to remain as rain. Current thinking is that the rain will continue this evening into Saturday before a second, stronger system moves in for Saturday into Sunday. Between the two systems, the flow is expected to remain onshore keeping moisture moving into the area. For the Skagway area, 24 hour precip looks to get up to 1 to 2 inches this weekend while the storm total amounts could be 2 to 4 inches. The Haines area is expected to see 0.75 to 1.5 inches in 24 hours while a storm total precipitation of 2 to 3.5 inches is possible.
High Wind Watch issued September 18 at 2:14PM AKDT until September 21 at 7:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Haines Borough and Klukwan and Municipality of Skagway. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...High winds could blow around unsecured objects, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will quickly increase as a strong low pressure system moves into the northern gulf. Confidence has increased on strong wind gusts around 50 to 60 mph occurring near Skagway and Haines.
About
Finnegan's Point marks the first overnight stop for hikers heading north on the legendary Chilkoot Trail in Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Situated at mile 5 (kilometer 8) at an elevation of 249 feet, this backcountry campground sits above the Taiya River with views of the Irene Glacier on clear days. The campground features six 10x10-foot wooden tent platforms that can accommodate multiple tents each. A canvas-walled warming shelter with a wood-burning stove provides refuge from inclement weather. Bear boxes and a bear pole are available for food storage, and a pit-style outhouse serves as the toilet facility. Water must be filtered from the Taiya River due to sediment and potential contamination. Finnegan's Point is a practical choice for hikers starting late in the day from Dyea. Overnight camping requires a backcountry permit ($20 per trip) obtained through Recreation.gov between June 1 and September 12. In 2026, crossing the international border at Chilkoot Pass is prohibited, so hikers must complete out-and-back trips on the U.S. side.
Directions
Finnegan's Point is located at mile marker 4.8 (kilometer 7.7) on the Chilkoot Trail. Access the trail from the Dyea trailhead, approximately 9 miles northwest of Skagway. The campground is on the east side of the trail, uphill from the Taiya River.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
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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