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Skagway, AK, 99840
National Park ServiceLast Updated: December 6, 2025
Table Of Contents
Campground Overview
Introduction
Sheep Camp is the last campground on the U.S. side of the trail before (at 13mi, 20.9km). As a result it is a popular campsite in the peak summer months and can be fully booked. Sheep Camp is the location of the National Park Service backcountry ranger station. Each evening a ranger will do a presentation in the campground providing an update on current trail conditions, tips for the trail, and some history of the area. You must purchase a permit to stay at this campground at the Trail Center in Skagway.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
You must have a permit to stay at this campground.
Amenities
Toilets
Potable Water
Food Storage Lockers
Rates & Fees
Overnight fee, US and Canadian sides
Camping overnight on the Chilkoot Trail you requires a permit. In 2016 the permit for travel on both sides of the trail (US/Canada) was $54.60(CDN). Prices are independent of the number of nights you stay on either side.
Overnight fee, US side only
Camping overnight on the Chilkoot Trail you requires a permit. In 2016 the permit for US Side only was $20.30 (CDN). Prices are independent of the number of nights you stay on either side.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Fires are only permitted in the stoves provided in the warming shelters. Backpacking stoves are permitted and can be used inside or outside of the warming shelter.Accessibility
Internet Information
Sheep Camp has a ranger station near by and nightly trail condition briefings in the campground. Improvements and new facilities are scheduled for construction in 2016. Sharing facilities and hiker etiquette are essential all long the trail.
RV Allowed
No
RV Maximum Length
0
Additional Information
Fires are only permitted in the stove provided in the warming shelter. Backpacking stoves are permitted and can be used inside or outside of the warming shelter.
Trailer Maximum Length
0
Trailer Allowed
No
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