Anan Bay Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations. Accessible by float plane or boat. Strict bear activity regulations enforced June 15 to September 15, including no dogs, no off-trail travel, and no camping outside the cabin. During peak season, July 5 to August 25, observatory access restricted to 8am to 6pm.
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
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Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
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About
Anan Bay Cabin is a remote wilderness cabin located on the mainland of Southeast Alaska, 27 miles from Wrangell. The cabin sits on a gentle slope overlooking Anan Bay in the Tongass National Forest, surrounded by rainforest of Sitka spruce, western hemlock, and scattered cedar. The cabin was rebuilt in 2024 after the previous structure was destroyed by a fallen tree in 2023. This 16' x 20' cabin with loft is constructed from Western Red Cedar and includes 2 single bunks, a table, benches, and an oil heater. The cabin's primary attraction is its proximity to Anan Wildlife Observatory, reached via a 1-mile trail from the cabin. During peak viewing season in July and August, visitors can observe black and brown bears fishing for salmon in Anan Creek, along with bald eagles, harbor seals, and various gulls. Forest Service interpreters are on-site during peak season to provide information on bear safety and trail conditions. Four observatory permits are held daily for cabin users and must be purchased at the trailhead. Access is by float plane or boat only. A 40-foot mooring float is anchored in the bay, available to both cabin users and the general public, with a maximum vessel length of 30 feet and 30-inch draft. Fishing opportunities include steelhead in April and May, cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden, and pink salmon in July and August at the trailhead, plus saltwater salmon and halibut fishing in the bay. Strict regulations are enforced June 15 to September 15 to minimize bear conflicts, including no off-trail travel, no dogs, no camping outside the cabin, and no outdoor fires year-round.
Directions
Located on the mainland at Anan Bay, across Ernest Sound from the southeast corner of Wrangell Island. Access by float plane (27 miles by air from Wrangell) or boat. A 40-foot mooring float is anchored in the bay with a maximum vessel length of 30 feet and maximum draft of 30 inches. Consult local tide reports for best arrival and departure times. Small craft needed to access shore from float.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 874-2323 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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