Josephine Lake Cabin
Open — The cabin is currently open for reservations year-round. Winter and early spring access may be limited or impossible due to frozen lake surface conditions; floatplane access typically becomes reliable by June. Guests should verify lake surface conditions with air charter companies before winter or spring trips.
High Wind Watch issued January 8 at 5:51AM AKST until January 10 at 3:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Prince of Wales Island, Ketchikan Gateway Borough and Annette Island. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...High winds could blow around unsecured objects, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A low and associated front are expected to move across the southern panhandle Friday evening. The highest likelihood for 60 mph gusts are possible during evening hours before diminishing during the overnight period.
Flood Watch issued January 7 at 10:50PM AKST until January 10 at 9:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
An atmospheric river is expected to arrive across the panhandle starting late Thursday night and lasting through early Saturday morning. Precipitation is expected to start as snow for many areas, but will be transitioning to rain for many sea level areas into Friday. Southern panhandle is expected to switch over first Thursday night with the central and northern inner channels switching to rain sometime Friday morning. Total rainfall amounts from late Thursday night through Friday night may range around 1 to 4 inches. In addition, there is a very deep snow pack in place in the northern and central panhandle that is potentially blocking storm drains and generally allowing for ponding of rain and snowmelt in areas that they normally would not collect. * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...The following areas, Prince of Wales, Eastern Gulf Coast, Southern Inner Channels and Central Inner Channels. This includes the cities of Sitka, Petersburg, Kake, Port Alexander, Craig, Klawock, Hydaburg, Coffman Cove, Thorne Bay, Wrangell, Ketchikan, Hyder, And Metlakatla. * WHEN...From Friday morning through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, other low-lying areas and flood-prone locations. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris or snow. Increased risk of possible isolated landslides. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An atmospheric river is forecast to impact the panhandle late Thursday night into Friday night. The Southern and Central panhandle may start out as snow, but is expected to switch to rain late Thursday night. Around 2 to 4 inches with possibly locally higher amounts of rain is across the central and southern panhandle Thursday night through Friday night. Some areas may still have some snow around which could increase the possibility of flooding in those areas as it melts. Gusty winds at sea level ranging from 40 to 60 mph are also possible along the southern panhandle Friday. This combination of weather hazards could lead to increased risk possible isolated landslides along steep slopes. Stream flows in rivers may quickly rise and reach bankful levels. There is also a possibility of more moderate to heavy rain later in the weekend as a series of further systems may impact the watch area.
Regional Order No. 10-01 - Marijuana - Simple Possession
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on the Tongass and Chugach National Forests: Possessing, storing or transporting parts of a cannabis plant, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part of such plant; including and not limited to proc
Regional Order No. 10-00-00-04-01 - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol
TONGASS and CHUGACH NATIONAL FORESTS Regional Office Juneau, Alaska Order No. 10-00-00-04-01REGIONAL ORDEROccupancy and Use
Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 7700-96-1 7730EFFECTIVE 5/17/96 Page 10 of 117731.14 - EXHIBIT 01ORDER NO. R-10-96-01FOREST DEVELOPMENT ROADS AND TRAILSALASKA REGION
About
Josephine Lake Cabin offers a unique wilderness lodging experience in the remote alpine terrain of Prince of Wales Island in southeastern Alaska's Tongass National Forest. This 12x12-foot pan-abode style cedar log cabin sits at 1,800 feet elevation on the shores of Josephine Lake, a cold, clear alpine lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks reaching 4,000 feet. The cabin sleeps up to six people on wooden bunkbeds and is equipped with a table, benches, oil stove for heat, cooking counter, shelves, and an outside pit toilet. An aluminum skiff with oars is available for exploring the lake. The rugged alpine terrain features stunted trees, alpine vegetation, and spectacular wildflower displays in mid-summer. While Josephine Lake contains no fish, the area offers excellent opportunities for hiking, hunting, wildlife viewing, and photography. Wildlife is abundant, including Sitka black-tailed deer and black bears. The area is also known for its quartz and epidote crystals, though visitors must respect nearby mining claims and private property rights. Access is by floatplane only, approximately 28 air miles from Craig or 38 air miles from Ketchikan, with a 75-yard uphill walk from the lake to the cabin. Visitors must bring all supplies including sleeping bags, cooking equipment, #1 diesel oil for heat, water or filtration systems, and extra provisions for 2-5 days in case of weather delays. Winter and early spring access can be difficult or impossible due to frozen lake surface.
Directions
Access by floatplane only, approximately 28 air miles from Craig or 38 air miles from Ketchikan. The cabin is located 75 yards uphill from the lake at 1,800 feet elevation. Refer to USGS maps Craig A-2 and B-2. Check with air charter companies regarding lake surface conditions if traveling before June, as frozen surface may prevent floatplane access.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 826-3271 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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