Shelikof Cabin
Open — Open year-round, weather permitting. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. The facility will receive minimal maintenance this year and firewood or splitting maul may be unavailable.
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
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.
From Recreation.gov
Be advised this facility will receive minimal maintenance this year. Firewood and splitting maul may be unavailable. Plan accordingly and do not cut green trees. Please help us maintain this site for all to enjoy by packing out all garbage and leaving it cleaner than you found it. Report problems to the Sitka Ranger District: 907-747-6671.
About
Shelikof Cabin overlooks a sandy beach on Shelikof Bay along the west coast of Kruzof Island in the Tongass National Forest, 20 miles northwest of Sitka. This remote 16x16-foot A-frame cabin with a dining tip-out and sleeping loft sleeps up to 8 people and provides basic amenities including plywood bunks, a table and benches, and a wood stove for heat. The cabin sits at the edge of spruce-hemlock forest on relatively flat terrain that's easy to explore. The expansive sandy beach offers excellent beachcombing opportunities and scenic ocean views of Shelikof Bay's rolling surf. Fishing is fair for Dolly Varden, coho, and pink salmon in a nearby stream. Brown bear frequent the area, so proper food storage and awareness are essential. Access is challenging and weather-dependent. Helicopter or wheeled plane can land on the beach during low tides. Alternatively, visitors can take a 45-minute boat ride from Sitka to Mud Bay, then hike 7 miles on Kruzof Island Road to Iris Meadows and the Shelikof Trail. ATV access is permitted as far as Iris Meadows, about 1.4 miles from the cabin. Trail users should exercise caution at slough crossings where trail markers can be difficult to spot. Crossing the meadows is easier during lower tides of 6 feet or less.
Directions
Located 20 miles northwest of Sitka on the western shore of Kruzof Island. Helicopter or wheeled plane can land on the beach at low tide. By boat: 45-minute ride from Sitka to Mud Bay, then 7-mile hike on Kruzof Island Road and Shelikof Trail. From Mud Bay, take Kruzof Island Trail about 6 miles to T at Iris Meadows. Turn left toward Shelikof Trail, cross footbridge, and parallel Shelikof River through meadows on south side to large diamond trail marker at meadow/forest edge. Trail continues just inside timber paralleling forest edge. ATV access allowed to Iris Meadows, approximately 1.4 miles from cabin. Easier to cross meadows during tides of 6 feet or less.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| SM.FS.r10_sitka_rd@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 747-6671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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