Shuyak Island State Park
Open — Open year-round with reservable public-use cabins. Accessible only by floatplane or boat from Kodiak, 54 air miles south. Subject to severe and unpredictable weather conditions.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 8:57PM AKST until December 30 at 4:00PM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Snow accumulations 2 to 6 inches. Highest amounts across Afognak Island and west of Kodiak City. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Visibility as low as one half mile at times. * WHERE...Kodiak Island Northeast. * WHEN...Until 4 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will develop from north to south across the region this evening and continue through Tuesday afternoon before tapering off. The combination of snow and blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility at times. Near blizzard conditions are possible at times from around midnight through early Tuesday morning, during the timeframe of expected heaviest snowfall. Gusty winds will continue into Wednesday, leading to areas of persistent blowing snow as temperatures drop back into the 20s.
About
Shuyak Island State Park comprises most of Shuyak Island's 47,000 acres at the northern tip of the Kodiak Archipelago. The park encompasses a unique coastal forest system containing only one tree species: Sitka spruce. This virgin old-growth forest is interspersed with miles of rugged coastline, beaches, and protected saltwater bays ideal for kayaking and exploration. The park offers four public-use cabins located in protected bays along the waterfront, each built from cedar with bunks for eight, woodstoves, propane lights and cooking stoves. Primitive camping is also permitted throughout the park. A small trail network on the western side of the island provides access to salmon fishing streams, outer coast capes, and connects some cabins. Visitors will find excellent opportunities for sea kayaking in the protected inner bays, wildlife viewing, beachcombing, fishing, and hunting. Shuyak Island is subject to severe and unpredictable weather with frequent rain, large swells, high winds, and rough seas. Summer temperatures range from the low 40s to low 60s Fahrenheit with 4-6 inches of monthly rainfall. The park has no road access and is reachable only by floatplane or boat, 54 air miles north of Kodiak. No visitor services or supplies are available on the island. A state park ranger or volunteer may be present but assistance could be hours or days away, requiring visitors to be completely self-sufficient.
Directions
No road access. Located 54 air miles north of Kodiak Island. Accessible only by floatplane or boat from Kodiak.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Afognak Island State Park 15mi
- Fort Abercrombie State Historic Park 50mi
- Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge Cabins 54mi
- Buskin River State Recreation Site 55mi
- Woody Island State Recreation Site 53mi
- Pasagshak River State Recreation Site 74mi
- Kachemak Bay State Park 86mi
- Johnson Lake State Recreation Area 130mi
- Joe Thompson Cabin 135mi
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 |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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