Chirikof Island, Kodiak Archipelago, Alaska

Chirikof Island is located in the Kodiak Archipelago in the Gulf of Alaska approximately 130 km southwest of Kodiak Island and 405 km by air south of Anchorage.

Chirikof Island is covered with grasses and sedges lying west of the western tree line in Alaska. The island is shaped rather like a swim fin, heel to the north, toes to the south. It is surrounded by treacherous reefs and unpredictable seas.

General information

Cruise Season - May - September
Currency - United States Dollar (USD)
Language - English
Land Area - 130 km²
Population - 0
Electricity - 2 perpendicular flat pins USA style or with a round pin below
Time - GMT minus 10
International Country Telephone Code - 1

Port Location - The north shore is rocky and unforgiving; the south shore consists of a wide beach suitable for aircraft landings and, in emergencies, watercraft landings.