Woody Island State Recreation Site
Open — Open year-round for primitive camping. Accessible only by boat or float plane from Kodiak, weather permitting.
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
The north end of Woody Island is a 112-acre State Recreation Site located in Chiniak Bay, 2.6 miles east of Kodiak. This undeveloped wilderness area is accessible only by boat or float plane and offers a true backcountry camping experience. The recreation site is bordered on the west by approximately 200 acres of public land owned by the Kodiak Island Borough, while the remainder of the thirteen-mile circumference island is privately owned. Woody Island is a popular destination for kayakers and campers seeking solitude and natural beauty. Visitors should pull kayaks above the tide line. Rainbow trout can be caught in Long Lake, and the island supports a small population of Sitka black-tailed deer. While Kodiak bears are seldom seen on Woody Island, they are still present and visitors should take appropriate precautions. Waterfowl are sometimes abundant in Crab Lagoon and Salt Lake, making the area attractive for wildlife viewing. The island has a fascinating history spanning centuries. Woody Island was home to the Alutiiq people who fished and hunted there long before the Russians established their own agricultural colony. Life resurged in the late 1800s with a Baptist orphanage and small town on the island. During World War II, Woody Island served as a staging ground for military communications. Today, a small Christian summer camp run by the American Baptists operates on the island. Visitors planning to enter private lands adjacent to the State Recreation Site should contact the appropriate native corporation or private landowner in advance for special permits.
Directions
Located in Chiniak Bay, 2.6 miles east of Kodiak. Accessible only by boat or float plane from Kodiak. No road access.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Fort Abercrombie State Historic Park 2.8mi
- Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge Cabins 6.6mi
- Buskin River State Recreation Site 6.7mi
- Pasagshak River State Recreation Site 22mi
- Afognak Island State Park 39mi
- Shuyak Island State Park 53mi
- Kachemak Bay State Park 129mi
- Johnson Lake State Recreation Area 177mi
- Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Cabins 190mi
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $55 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 269-8400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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