West Point Cabin
Open — Open for reservations year-round. Reservations may be cancelled and refunded if heavy snow is forecasted. Access by boat or float plane is tide-dependent.
Special Weather Statement issued February 22 at 2:03PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
A pattern change begins Tuesday as clear and cold conditions give way to accumulating snow for the panhandle by the middle of the week as a system moves in from the northern Gulf. Current expectation is snow will be slow to accumulate, with this event proving to be longer in duration with forecast accumulations around 4 to 8 inches of snow starting Tuesday through Thursday. Highest snowfall totals will be for areas north of Sumner Strait, though a brief period of warming conditions late Tuesday will see some areas of the central panhandle change over to rain briefly, before cooler air returns through Wednesday. Thursday will see snow showers become increasingly predominant, with highly variable snow accumulations expected as the low moves south. Stay tuned for latest forecast updates at weather.gov/juneau
About
West Point Cabin is a wheelchair-accessible modified A-frame structure built in 1994, situated near the mouth of Portage Bay on the north end of Kupreanof Island in the Tongass National Forest. The cabin overlooks Portage Bay and is surrounded by flat terrain with mixed spruce and hemlock forest. Large expanses of gravel beach provide excellent hiking opportunities. The cabin is accessible only by boat or float plane, located 24 miles by boat or 18 miles by float plane from Petersburg. Tide-dependent access requires careful planning. The cabin features a wooden access walkway, wheelchair-accessible outhouse, wood stove, two single bunks, large sleeping loft accommodating up to seven people, wooden table and benches, cooking counter, and a large deck. A mooring buoy is provided for secure boat anchoring in areas with strong currents and occasional high winds. Firewood is supplied for the wood stove only but not guaranteed. No potable water is provided; the nearest freshwater source is a creek approximately half a mile west of the cabin, and all water must be treated before consumption. The area offers diverse recreational opportunities including fishing for king salmon in May and June, coho salmon in August through September, and halibut in Frederick Sound. The waters of Frederick Sound and Stephens Passage are primary feeding grounds for migratory humpback whales, providing exceptional whale watching opportunities. Hunting is available per state and federal regulations. Wildlife in the area includes black bears, Sitka black-tailed deer, waterfowl, and marine mammals. Due to high levels of Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning recorded in the area, shellfish harvesting is not recommended.
Directions
Located near the mouth of Portage Bay on the north end of Kupreanof Island, 18 miles by float plane or 24 miles by boat from Petersburg. Accessible only by boat or float plane. Float plane or boat access is tide-dependent. USGS topographic maps: Sumdum A4, Sumdum A5, Petersburg D4, and Petersburg D5.
Nearby Campgrounds
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 | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 772-3871 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
Photos
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!