St. James Bay State Marine Park
"Thorne Bay residents and visitors often explore nearby marine areas for recreation and subsistence activities. The park appeals to those seeking protected waters and scenic paddling routes."
A remote Southeast Alaska marine park known for boating, wildlife viewing, kayaking, and saltwater fishing.
Beecher Pass State Marine Park
"Thorne Bay is a Prince of Wales Island community that serves as a gateway to surrounding waters. Visitors often head out for boating, kayaking, and exploring secluded marine areas."
A remote Southeast Alaska marine park with sheltered waters, fishing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing.
Shelter Island State Marine Park
"Thorne Bay is a regional service center for Prince of Wales Island and nearby waters. Travelers from Thorne Bay often visit marine parks for camping, fishing, and scenic cruising."
A boat-access-only marine park offering sheltered anchorages, kayaking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.