Thumb Cove State Marine Park

Overview

Brochure InfoThumb Cove State Marine Park is one of Resurrection Bay's most scenic and popular anchorages. The spectacular rock faces and waterfalls of this cove offer the mariner a peaceful respite from the bay's afternoon wind and waves. This marine park has two public use cabins for rent, Porcupine Glacier and Spruce Glacier cabins. The Spruce Glacier cabin is fully wheelchair accessible but requires assisted access from the water landing to the beach berm at the end of the boardwalk.Brochure Info - OrientationThe park includes the southeast shoreline of the cove - a long beach of fine to medium sand and beach gravel; forested uplands of spruce, hemlock and alder; and most of the waters of Thumb Cove. The most striking geologic feature in the park is Porcupine Glacier, towering above the park.Brochure Info - Facilities and RestrictionsEach cabin has two sets of full size bunk beds (no mattresses), a table, benches, counter and a wood stove (for heating only). An axe and saw may not be available due to theft, so plan on being equipped to split and cut your own wood. Wood may be scarce and wet; to insure yourself a fire, bring your own wood. A latrine is located almost directly behind each cabin. Plan on providing your own toilet paper should none be found at the latrine. Also, please purify all water before drinking.Key InfoTrash collection in not provided. Pack out what you pack in. When latrines are not available, bury human waste away from trails and sources of water, both fresh and salt. Open fires are permitted only on ocean beaches, preferably below mean high tide. Fires elsewhere must be in a portable stove, metal-bottomed container or designated fire site. Fishing and hunting regulations may be obtained from the Alaska Department of Fish & Game. Discharge of firearms is prohibited within 1/2 mile of developed facilities. Target shooting is prohibited in all areas of the recreation area. Be prepared to handle emergencies yourself. The recreation area is staffed seasonally by a ranger and volunteers who are not always available. Important Information for Daily EntranceDirectionThumb Cove State Marine Park is located on the east side of Resurrection Bay, approximately 7.5 miles from Seward. The park and cabins can only be reached by private boat, floatplane, or commercial water taxi service. If using a private boat, please use the caution necessary for coastal Alaskan waters with respect to tides, weather, currents and your party's abilities and experience level. The waters of Resurrection Bay are generally choppy in afternoons and can become hazardous to small watercraft. Anchoring is at your own risk. If pulling a kayak, inflatable or small skiff ashore, be sure to secure your boat to avoid losing it at high tide or to surf conditions. Charter boats are available in Seward and provide shuttle services to and from the park and it's cabins. These cabin may be difficult to reach during the winter months due to wind, rain and heavy seas. Please check the current weather forecast before heading out to Thumb Cove.Booking Window Product InfoFee Cancellation DescCancellations: Cancellations must be made at least 3 calendar days prior to arrival date for a full refund (does not include transaction/cancellation fees). Cancellations must be made through www.reserveamerica.com . You must cancel your reservations online, from your account. If you fail to cancel in a timely manner, or fail to use the facility for reasons other than the exceptions listed below, a refund is not available. Changes/Transfers: Changes/Transfers must be made 2 calendar days prior to your scheduled arrival date and incur a $3 change/transfer fee. Changes where the reservation is extended will not have an additional change fee. Refunds: Park Staff are not authorized to give cash refunds. Refunds for canceled reservations online will be made by issuing a credit to the card used for payment. Exceptions: If you were unable to use the facility due to events beyond your control, such as extreme weather/hazardous conditions (as determined by Alaska State Parks), or closure of a road, trail, or facility by the State, you may request a refund. Requests for refunds must be made within three (3) business days of the last date of your reservation to the Alaska Department of Natural Resources Public Information Center at 907-269-8400. Please provide your reservation number when you call. Extreme weather in the Northern Region is defined as Minus 30 F for the "Hunt Memorial", "North Fork", and "Chena River" Cabins; Minus 20 F for all other cabins and ice huts. In the event of a natural emergency or sudden campground/site closure, a full refund will be issued. The Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation reserves the right to make the final determination of whether a refund will be issued.