Overview
Settlers Cove State Recreation Site sits at Mile 18 of North Tongass Highway near Ketchikan, offering 13 wooded sites along Clover Passage in Alaska’s Southeast. Managed by Alaska State Parks, it’s surrounded by spruce and hemlock with two sandy beaches, featuring vault toilets, picnic shelters, and a trail to a waterfall. This campground is a scenic base for campers looking to swim, beachcomb, paddle in warm tidal waters, or enjoy the coastal views, with Ketchikan’s attractions a short drive away.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 18 North Tongass Hwy, near Ketchikan, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via paved North Tongass Highway; it’s a 30-minute drive north from Ketchikan, accessible by ferry or air.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, typical for Alaska State Parks.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 13 sites, suitable for tents and RVs; 1 public-use cabin available.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a fire ring; sheltered and unsheltered picnic tables are available; Hollow Cedar Beach Access Trail leads to the beach.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Swim or paddle in Clover Passage’s warm tidal waters, beachcomb the sandy shores, hike to Lunch Falls, or enjoy a campfire with ocean views.
- Nearby Attractions: Ketchikan, 18 miles south, offers the Totem Heritage Center, Creek Street, and Misty Fiords National Monument boat tours.
