SeaLion Cove Trail (Kruzof Is)
- 2.5 Miles (one way)
- 1.0 Hours (one way)
- Begins in Kalinin Bay on the N side of Kruzof Island
- Ends at Sea Lion Cove on the outer coast
- Elevation Gain: 500 feet
- Recommended Season: Summer - beware autumn storms
- Level of Difficulty: Moderate. Slippery boardwalk.
Access
Remotely located, approximately 1 1/2 hours by boat, north of Sitka on Kruzof Island. The trail begins on the shoreline of Kalinin Bay. Look for the diamond-shaped trailhead sign on the W shore. STW leads groups on this amazing trail every year with the help of Allen Marine's great catamarans.
Special Features
Boats can anchor in Kalinin Bay. Be sure to haul your skiff above the high tide mark and tie it to something strong. Don't leave food or smelly items in your skiff or the bears may find it when you are away. Sea Lion Cove Trail is maintained by Alaska State Parks. Known locally as a good surfing spot.
Description
The trail starts in the forest and crosses into muskegs. Pass by the first lake before re-entering beautiful old-growth forest. The trail then emerges onto a two-mile long sand beach in Sea Lion Cove, at the edge of the Pacific Ocean.
Cautions
The boardwalk trail is extremely slippery when wet - hiking poles suggested. This is a remote trail with no cell phone coverage. Be sure to bring along your camera and a VHF radio; as well as the ten essentials on any hike in Alaska's backcountry. There can be a lot of beach trash. Please pack out a little with you.
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