Security Bay State Marine Park
Protected area in Alaska, United States
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Security Bay State Marine Park is a 1,960 acre (790 ha) undeveloped Alaska state marine park on the north end of Kuiu Island, facing Frederick Sound and Chatham Strait. The bay provides a safe haven anchorage for vessels in the area. The nearest city is Kake, about 20 miles to the east. There is no road access to the park.[1][2]
LocationKuiu Island
NearestcityKake
Coordinates56°51′18″N 134°22′01″W56°51'18"N 134°22'1"W
Area1,960 acres (790 ha)
| Security Bay State Marine Park | |
|---|---|
  Location within Alaska | |
| Location | Kuiu Island |
| Nearest city | Kake |
| Coordinates | 56°51′18″N 134°22′01″W56°51'18"N 134°22'1"W |
| Area | 1,960 acres (790 ha) |
| Established | July 1, 1986 |
| Governing body | Alaska Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation |
| Website | Security Bay State Marine Park |
Popular activities include camping, fishing, kayaking, boating, and wildlife viewing.
The park is a waterfowl and shorebird concentration area, waterfowl community harvest area, and Dungeness crab commercial harvest area. The park is also used by black bear, deer, and waterfowl hunters.[3]