Avoss Lake Cabin
The cabin is accessible early June through October. Winter months are inaccessible due to frozen lake preventing float plane access; the cabin is not maintained in winter. This is an extremely remote wilderness location with bear activity.
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 10:34PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to continue through this evening and last through the weekend as multiple strong low pressure systems move into the northern gulf. These lows will bring multiple days of moderate to heavy rain, with around 1.5 to 3 inches of rain every 24 hours. Some areas, especially near Yakutat and along the gulf coast, could see localized areas reach around 4 inches of rain in 24 hours. Heaviest rain rates are anticipated late Saturday into Sunday with hourly rates of 0.15 to 0.3 inches possible. This heavy rain will likely cause rapid river rises along smaller rivers and streams, but no flooding is expected at this time for areas outside the flood watch. Along with this heavy rain, increased winds are highly likely across the area. Strongest winds are anticipated to occur late Saturday into Sunday with 30 to 40 kts, gusts to 50 kts across the gulf and 20 to 35 kts, gusts around 40 to 50 kts across the northern inner channels. Land winds will also increase, with areas especially along the central gulf coast seeing wind gusts up to around 45 mph. Check back for more updates through the weekend.
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…
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 Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) & (b), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails located within and/or administered by the…
About
Avoss Lake Cabin offers a true backcountry experience in one of Alaska's most remote wilderness areas. The rustic A-frame cabin sits just off the northern shore of Avoss Lake at 800 feet elevation, surrounded by steep mountainous terrain and abundant wildflowers in spring and summer. The lake stretches 1.5 miles long and nearly half a mile wide, with numerous streams and channels flowing through the area. The cabin measures 16x16 feet with a sleeping loft accessed by vertical ladder, lower-level plywood bunks (no mattresses), a table with benches, cooking counter, and an oil stove for heating. A small skiff with oars is provided for exploring the lake, though visitors should bring a 2-10 hp outboard motor. An outhouse is located nearby. This is a bring-everything destination. Visitors must pack in sleeping bags and pads, cooking stove and utensils, #1 diesel oil for the stove (10 gallons for a 3-day stay), water treatment supplies, toilet paper, lantern, fire extinguisher, rain gear, boots, and personal flotation devices. All garbage must be packed out. Brown bears frequent the area.
Directions
Located 35 air miles southeast of Sitka on south-central Baranof Island, 5 miles northeast of Whale Bay within the South Baranof Wilderness Area. Access by float plane takes 30 minutes from Sitka. Helicopter access is prohibited in this designated wilderness area. From the lake shore, a 150-foot trail leads through lightly wooded area to the cabin. Refer to USGS topographic map Port Alexander C-3.
Location
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 | $45 |
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 | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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