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El Capitan Campground

Campground · National forest in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska.

3Campsites
1.9 miTo El Capitan Lake

At a glance

Managed byUSDA Forest Service (Tongass National Forest)
Campsites3
Site types3 standard, electric
RVs welcomeYes
Fees<p>$15 per night</p>
Phone(907) 828-3304
Address1312 Federal Way, Thorne Bay , AK, 99919
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About El Capitan Campground

This waterfront campground offers a scenic view of the beautiful El Capitan Passage. This site has access to fishing, hunting, kayaking, hiking, caving and marine dock. It provides a remote, scenic setting for recreation and relaxation on the Tongass National Forest. Recreation The El Capitan Campground is nearby many opportunities Prince of Wales island has to offer. Salmon fishing is popular during the summer months as well as fall deer hunting, beach combing and other marine sports including paddle craft and sea kayaking.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Location & directions

El Capitan Campground is in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.