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VerifiedAugust 31, 2020 Stayed at: 009, Loop: ESTU
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About Starrigavan Campground and Day Use
Starrigavan Campsites lie within Starrigavan Recreation Area about seven miles north of Sitka. Visitors enjoy hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, picnicking, fishing and kayaking. Learn more about the campsites here.
Access to Sitka is by boat or airplane. The campsites are a two-minute drive from the Alaska Marine Highway Sitka Ferry Terminal or a seven-mile drive from downtown Sitka or the airport.
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Currently open - Sep 16 to Dec 31
Campground Amenities
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- Potable Water
- Restrooms
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- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
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003, Loop: ESTU
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Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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009, Loop: ESTU
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011, Loop: ESTU
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Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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012, Loop: ESTU
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013, Loop: ESTU
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015, Loop: ESTU
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016, Loop: ESTU
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018, Loop: ESTU
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019, Loop: ESTU
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020, Loop: ESTU
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022, Loop: ESTU
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023, Loop: ESTU
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024, Loop: ESTU
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027H, Loop: BACK
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028H, Loop: BACK
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029H, Loop: BACK
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039, Loop: BAYS
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041, Loop: BAYS
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003, Loop: ESTU
RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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009, Loop: ESTU
RV
Gravel · Pull-through
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011, Loop: ESTU
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Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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012, Loop: ESTU
RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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013, Loop: ESTU
RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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015, Loop: ESTU
Tent
Gravel · Full shade
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016, Loop: ESTU
Tent
Gravel · Full shade
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018, Loop: ESTU
RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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019, Loop: ESTU
RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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020, Loop: ESTU
RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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022, Loop: ESTU
Tent
Gravel · Full shade
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023, Loop: ESTU
RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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024, Loop: ESTU
RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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027H, Loop: BACK
Tent
Gravel · Full shade
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028H, Loop: BACK
Tent
Gravel · Full shade
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029H, Loop: BACK
Tent
Gravel · Full shade
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039, Loop: BAYS
Tent
Gravel · Full shade
⛺
041, Loop: BAYS
Tent
Gravel · Full shade
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Reviews
26 reviews
Summary
Starrigavan Campground offers a spacious area with beautiful ocean views, clean facilities, and a peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for large groups. It’s conveniently located for hiking and kayaking, with friendly hosts and well-maintained trails. Some areas showed signs of wear, such as muddy pull-ins and maintenance issues with picnic tables and fire pits, but overall, guests found their stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Based on guest feedback
4.4
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5 stars
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Phil V
VerifiedAugust 31, 2020 Stayed at: 009, Loop: ESTU
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Phil V
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 Stayed at: 022, Loop: ESTU
My Boy Scout troop has stayed at Starrigavan Campground on multiple yearly trips. This campground is a perfect place for group camps or individuals. Beautiful campground, good convenient water and facilities, very clean! If you’re staying here you definitely need to go fishing with Islandview Charters and resort.
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Phil V
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 Stayed at: 022, Loop: ESTU
My Boy Scout troop has stayed at Starrigavan Campground on multiple yearly trips. This campground is a perfect place for group camps or individuals. Beautiful campground, good convenient water and facilities, very clean! If you’re staying here you definitely need to go fishing with Islandview Charters and resort.
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Phil V
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 Stayed at: 022, Loop: ESTU
My Boy Scout troop has stayed at Starrigavan Campground on multiple yearly trips. This campground is a perfect place for group camps or individuals. Beautiful campground, good convenient water and facilities, very clean! If you’re staying here you definitely need to go fishing with Islandview Charters and resort.
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Location & Directions for Starrigavan Campground and Day Use
Sitka Ranger District, Sitka, AK 99835 United States
Elevation: 18 ft
Getting There
Starrigavan Recreation Area is located 7 mi northeast of Sitka at the end of
Halibut Point Road and 3/4 mi from the local Alaska Marine Highway
Ferry Terminal. There are no roads to Sitka. Access is via the Alaska Marine
Highway or Alaska Airli...
Starrigavan Recreation Area is located 7 mi northeast of Sitka at the end of
Halibut Point Road and 3/4 mi from the local Alaska Marine Highway
Ferry Terminal. There are no roads to Sitka. Access is via the Alaska Marine
Highway or Alaska Airlines.
Upon exiting the Ferry Terminal parking lot, turn left. Estuary and Backpackers Loop are the last right hand turn before the end of the highway. Bayside Loop is the last left hand turn before the end of the highway.
From the airport, go across Japonski Bridge to downtown Sitka. Take Halibut
Point Road north 7 mi to Starrigavan Recreation Area.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- The Starrigavan Host is located in a cabin near the end of the state highway.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- The campground is open throughout the year.
Vehicles & parking
- Vehicle access hours change seasonally based on daylight; summer hours are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., reducing in late August.
- Winter vehicle access is subject to snow/ice conditions; if gates are closed, pack equipment in by non-motorized means.
- Traffic is restricted outside open hours, with exceptions for campsite reservation holders during gate closures.
Fees & deposits
- From November 1 to April 30, campsites are available only on a walk-up basis; payment is required at collection boxes or the ranger office.
Wildlife & food storage
- Food storage is mandatory for all guests.
- Due to brown bears in the area, guests must store food properly and follow bear safety guidelines.
Site types & loops
- Tent pads are gravel; consider bringing extra padding for comfort.
Site capacity
- Extra campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Local regulations
- Commercial outfitters and guides are not allowed; institutional groups may need special permits.
General
- Click here to learn more about the Tongass National Forest.
Fires & fuel
- Buy firewood locally to prevent pest spread; do not transport firewood from other areas.
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Last updated: November 3, 2026
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