Paddling
This canoe/kayak route crosses the center of Admiralty Island National Monument Kootznoowoo Wilderness. The National Monument encompasses approximately 955,747 acres, of which 937,396 are designated as Wilderness. Paddlers with intermediate to advanced skills can traverse the island through a unique series of inland lakes and saltwater channels, and more experienced paddlers can include a side trip on a whitewater river. Enjoy abundant trout, deer, and bears and secluded campsites. There are several Forest Service cabins that can be reserved for a fee (up to 180 days before you leave) but beware that they book quickly (contact the Juneau Forest Service Information Center).
25 miles
300 feet elevation gain
Moderate-difficult
Start in Angoon via ferry, charter a float plane, or start paddling in Juneau. The Juneau Forest Service Information Center has a list of charter companies that work out of Juneau. There are detailed information/maps on this route published by the Forest Service.