Maurille Islands Wilderness

Maurille Islands Wilderness is a 4,814-acre federally protected Wilderness Area in Alaska, managed by the Forest Service. The islands offer primitive backcountry terrain suited to hiking and backpacking in a remote, non-motorized setting where solitude and undeveloped landscape are the draw.

Visiting means accepting true wilderness conditions: no roads, motorized access, or mechanized travel of any kind. You'll need to arrive by boat or float plane, and once there, you're on foot or by paddle. Leave No Trace principles are not optional—they're the foundation of how Wilderness Areas operate. Come prepared for Alaska's variable weather, tidal considerations, and the reality of self-reliance in a place where help is far away.

Access is limited by the islands' remote location and Alaska's short recreation season. Summer months offer the most favorable conditions, though weather can shift rapidly. Winter effectively closes the area to most visitors. Plan ahead, bring appropriate gear for extended backcountry travel, and respect the landscape's protected status.