Pleasant Camp

Hikers rest in front of the warming shelter at Pleasant Camp.

NPS photo/S. Millard

Pleasant Camp is located near the Taiya River. It is just after a relatively large elevation gain coming from Canyon City (hiking south to north) and often a "pleasant" spot to spend some time.

Pleasant Camp is the trail's least used campground and offers hikers a tranquil evening. However, if you are considering hiking up to the pass and back directly from Pleasant Camp, be aware that the extra mile and a half may present too much of a challenge for some. Prepare for a very long next day traversing the Golden Stairs up to the summit and back down again. Consider staying at Sheep Camp on your return trip.

Learn about the history of gold rush Pleasant Camp.

 

Pro tip

Pleasant Camp is a good place to stay for experienced hikers accustomed to long days who want a quieter campground than Sheep Camp. It is possible to hike up the Chilkoot Pass from here and back down in a day, albeit a long day.

 

Location
Country: United States
Mile marker: 10.7
Kilometer marker: 17.3
Site elevation: 750 ft

Campsites: 11 ground sites

Warming shelter: 1 canvas walled tent with wood burning stove

Food storage: bear boxes

Toilet: 1 pit style outhouse

Water source: Taiya River located a short distance from the campground. WATER IS NON-POTABLE. Water must be filtered before drinking, due to sediment and potential bacterial and viral contamination.

Grey water disposal: pack out all food scraps, dispose of grey water into fast moving water to practice Leave No Trace

 

Currently viewing: Pleasant Camp

Previous campground: Canyon City

Next campground: Sheep Camp

Return to the Chilkoot Trail campground list

 

 

NPS image