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The Hamilton Creek Trail is 0.6 miles long. It begins at Forest Service Road 6314 and ends at Hamilton Creek. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking
At a Glance
Water:
No
Restroom:
No
General Information
Directions: From Kake, drive 13 miles on Road # 6040 to the trailhead. There is a reference map available at the Petersburg Ranger District. Alaska Marine Highway Ferries make regular stops at Kake.
Excellent steelhead, coho, and trout fishing in the rapids near the cabin and upstream. Check with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game at www.adfg.alaska.gov for the most current regulations.
Fishing Mode
Boat and bank
Fishing Method
Fly, bait, and lure fishing
Day Hiking
The Hamilton Creek Trail is 0.6 miles long. It begins at Forest Service Road 6314 and ends at Hamilton Creek.
Game Bird/Waterfowl
Trail continues southeast, meandering upstream along the banks of the creek and leads to many fishing and waterfowl hunting areas. Visit http://hunt.alaska.gov for the most up-to-date regulation information.