Stikine-Leconte Wilderness

Stikine-Leconte Wilderness spans nearly 438,000 acres of federally protected backcountry in southeastern Alaska. This is primitive country—no roads, no motorized access, no mechanized travel of any kind. What you'll find is untracked terrain, old-growth forest, alpine meadows, and remote river valleys in their natural state. Access is by boat or floatplane; there are no trailheads in the conventional sense.

Recreation here means backpacking and hiking on unmarked routes, camping in designated wilderness conditions, and the solitude that comes with true backcountry travel. Expect to navigate using map and compass, camp with a bear canister or bear hang, and pack out every trace of your visit. This is not a place for casual day hikers or those seeking maintained trails. The weather is wet and changeable year-round, and the remoteness demands genuine wilderness skills and self-sufficiency.

Season runs from late spring through early fall, though conditions remain challenging even in summer. Winter is impassable for most visitors. Getting here requires advance planning—floatplane charters or water-taxi services from nearby towns are your only options. This wilderness rewards experienced backcountry travelers willing to embrace isolation and unpredictable terrain.