Viewpoint
Cannon Beach
Wide sandy surf beach near Yakutat Airport with WWII cannons, beach camping and picnic sites.
0.0 mi
Cultural site
Cannon Beach WWII Cannons
World War II-era cannons set along the beach at Cannon Beach, with a vehicle-accessible picnic site.
Tongass National Forest, Yakutat Ranger District · USFS
- Site type
- Historic site
- Owner type
- Federal agency
- Owner name
- USDA Forest Service
- Historic period
- World War II
Two World War II-era cannons stand along Cannon Beach. The second, overlooking the ocean at the end of Forest Road 9963, is a vehicle-accessible Forest Service group picnic site with a picnic table. No restrooms or potable water. Open year-round.
Location
Photography
Sources
- Cannon Beach Group Picnic SiteUSDA Forest Service, Tongass National Forest · Accessed 2026-11-09
Last updated 2026-11-09
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