Cultural site
Cannon Beach WWII Cannons
World War II-era cannons set along the beach at Cannon Beach, with a vehicle-accessible picnic site.
0.0 mi
Viewpoint
Cannon Beach
Wide sandy surf beach near Yakutat Airport with WWII cannons, beach camping and picnic sites.
Tongass National Forest, Yakutat Ranger District · USFS
- View of
- Gulf of Alaska
- Access modes
- Road
- Road accessible
- Yes
- Parking
- Yes
Road
Yakutat's beaches are sandy, wide and lined with tall spruce and hemlock, and the Forest Service notes the waves are good for surfing. Cannon Beach, about 2 miles from the airport by Cannon Beach Road (FS 9963), has two WWII-era cannons, picnic sites and three tent platforms. Overnight camping is permitted on the beach.
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Last updated 2026-11-09
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