Icehouse Cove Buoy Camping Area

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46 ft

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Free

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First-Come

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1 campsites

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Icehouse Cove Buoy Camping Area
$0.00 - $0.00 / night
Campsite Fees
No fees are associated with the use of the buoy camping area.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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Driving directionsIcehouse Cove is located just south of Carroll Point, 8 miles from Ketchikan or 2 miles from the Mountain Point boat ramp. Extreme caution should be exercised upon entering Icehouse Cove due to the presence of submerged rocks.
Extreme caution is required upon entering Icehouse Cove due to submerged rocks. Access is primarily by watercraft.
Nearby places
Ketchikan (8 miles), Mountain Point boat ramp (2 miles)
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Best Time to Camp at Icehouse Cove Buoy Camping Area

Experience the best of Alaska's maritime climate, where summer transforms Icehouse Cove into a sun-drenched paradise with temperatures perfect for outdoor adventures. July and August bring blissful days averaging 79°F to 83°F under brilliantly clear skies, while evenings cool to a comfortable 60°F to 65°F—ideal for stargazing from your boat's deck. Winter unveils a different kind of magic, as temperatures dip below freezing and the landscape transforms with occasional dustings of snow, creating a dramatic backdrop of frost-kissed forests meeting dark, mysterious waters.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Described as sun-drenched in summer with ideal temperatures for outdoor adventures (July–Aug).

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.0 / 5

No seasonal review data; fall likely cooler and cloudier than summer in maritime Alaska.

Spring(Mar-May)
2.5 / 5

Spring weather in maritime Alaska can be variable; no specific details provided.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
Not recommended

Winter conditions and buoy use not described; likely impractical and potentially unsafe in winter.

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About Icehouse Cove Buoy Camping Area

Discover a hidden gem in Alaska's pristine waters at Icehouse Cove Buoy Camping Area, where adventure begins the moment you secure your small or medium watercraft to the solitary white buoy marked with distinctive blue reflective tape. Anchored in crystal-clear depths ranging from 30 to 80 feet and equipped with a sturdy 7/8 inch chain, this unique water-based campsite serves as your gateway to the renowned Black Mountain trail. This isn't just a mooring spot—it's your floating basecamp for exploring one of the Tongass National Forest's most spectacular hiking destinations.
Icehouse Cove is not a traditional campground with sites; it is a watercraft buoy camping area. Facilities cater to watercraft users rather than typical tent or RV campers.
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The site provides access to Black Mountain trail and is suitable for activities involving small and medium watercraft. Specific recreational activities are not mentioned.
HikingProvides access to the Black Mountain trail. However, details on its length, difficulty, or features are not provided.
BoatingThe buoy is intended for small and medium watercraft use. Extreme caution is advised due to submerged rocks near the cove.
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Hazards & AlertsSubmerged rocks pose significant hazards for watercraft entering Icehouse Cove.
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No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

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