Founded 1972 / Unicorporated

Population est. 135 / Homeowners association 907-629-4104

 

The town site was named Naukatee Bay by the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, recording it as a local Native name. Naukati was a logging camp at one time, but later was settled through state land disposal sales.

 

The town is the gateway to Sea Otter Sound, renowned for saltwater fishing. Naukati is nestled in the archipelago of islands of Sea Otter Sound, El Captain Passage and lower Sumner Strait. Naukati Bay is accessible by road, boat, or floatplane. Visitors find more than expected, with ammenities including a convenience / liquor store, fuel and propane, auto / boat repair, fishing charters, cabins,and a laundry facility. There is a boat launch ramp and limited dock space with more available soon. There is no charge for RV parking on the Naukati Bay waterfront

 

Naukati Bay is home to the only motor-sport event in Southeast Alaska, the Naukati Mudd Boggs. There is also the Fourth of July celebration, with a parade,potluck and an auction. Other activites include a skunk cabbage contest, axe-throw and childrens games. Closing the day are fireworks-usually ignited on a landing craft anchored in the bay.

 

Naukati Bay is surrounded on three sides by logging roads. The community is centrally located to many trails, creeks, lakes and attractions. Sarkar Lake Canoe Loop is popular, as are Beaver Falls Trail and El Captain Cave. On the west side is Naukati West Shellfish Nursery; tours are available for learning about oyster spat(seed) used by oyster farmers all over Alaska. For more information, visit www.naukatibay.com  For nursery tours, call 907-629-4266