Portage Cove State Recreation Site

Portage Cove State Recreation Site is a small, well-kept spot offering easy, accessible trails, a boardwalk, and beach access with pleasant views across Haines and Port Chilkoot. The temperate rainforest setting makes for an enjoyable, quiet stroll, and the site is commonly used by day hikers and cyclists. Camping is available with basic amenities such as toilets, potable water and a bear cache, though some visitors find sites somewhat close together and a bit pricey for what’s offered. Be cautious near cliff edges—several people noted unstable rock—and expect a peaceful, close-to-town base rather than a crowded destination.

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