Wilson View Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov. In fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible when the lake surface freezes and floatplanes cannot land. Contact Ketchikan-Misty Fjords Ranger District for winter access conditions.
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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
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Flood Advisory issued December 29 at 11:55PM AKST until December 30 at 8:45AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
Heavy rainfall over the past few days has increased runoff into stream and rivers. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Ward Lake near areas near the Ward Lake recreational area. * WHEN...Until 845 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1145 PM AKST, gauge reports indicated heavy rain across the advisory area. Minor flooding is ongoing, especially near Ward Lake. - For Lake Connell Dam: At 4:00pm the stage was 253.25 feet. Flood Stage is 252.0 feet.
About
Wilson View Cabin sits on the north shore of Wilson Lake, a long and narrow glacially carved lake surrounded by rugged mountain peaks and evergreen forest, approximately 44 air miles east of Ketchikan. Built in 1977, this rustic 12x14-ft pan-abode style log cabin is located within the Misty Fjords National Monument Wilderness and offers a true backcountry Alaskan experience. The cabin accommodates up to 6 people with 2 single bunks and 2 double bunks, and features a table with benches, cooking counter, food storage, cleaning equipment, and a tiny woodstove for heat. The remote location makes Wilson View Cabin an excellent base for fishing, wildlife viewing, and exploring the pristine wilderness. Wilson Lake is renowned for excellent cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden, and kokanee salmon fishing, particularly at the lake outlet. A 14-foot aluminum skiff with oars is provided for rowing around the lake. Wildlife is abundant in the area, with common sightings of mountain goats, Sitka black-tailed deer, black bears, and brown bears, as well as various bird species. This is a primitive cabin with no electricity, indoor plumbing, or cell phone coverage. Visitors must bring their own drinking water, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking gear, lanterns, food, and firewood. An outhouse is located nearby. Access is by floatplane only, and helicopter access is prohibited within this designated Wilderness area. During fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible when the lake surface freezes, preventing floatplane landings.
Directions
Approximately 44 air miles east of Ketchikan on the mainland, north of Wilson Arm, at the north end of Wilson Lake. Accessible by floatplane only. Helicopter access is prohibited in this designated Wilderness area. Refer to USGS maps Ketchikan B-2 and C-2.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 225-2148 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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