Bakewell Lake Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov. In fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface preventing float plane landings. Contact Ketchikan-Misty Fjords Ranger District at +1 (907) 228-2148 before winter reservations.
Special Weather Statement issued February 8 at 1:57PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
After a series of shortwaves that brought rain and gusty winds over the past few days, a stronger front will approach southeast Alaska from the west on Tuesday. South to southeast winds will increase through the day Tuesday. Confidence is increasing for windy conditions with strong gusts Tuesday night into Wednesday morning as the front pushes west to east across southeast Alaska. Gales with storm force gusts will be possible ahead and along the frontal passage, especially along north-south oriented channels and along the coastal waters. A period of moderate to heavy rainfall will be possible with the frontal passage, but with the progressive nature of the front, flooding is not expected at this time. Another gale to potentially storm force low will quickly lift northeast into the Gulf and looks to push across southeast Alaska sometime later Wednesday into Thursday, bringing another round of strong gusty winds and moderate to heavy rainfall. Further details on the high wind and flooding potential for this system will be honed in on in the coming days. Looking further ahead, a cooling trend is favored to commence in the wake of these passing systems by late work week into the weekend. Snow levels will begin to lower and a colder outflow wind pattern could set up by late weekend. This could result in a return of snow for some coastal communities, especially across northern southeast Alaska. Further details on the pattern change and snow potential will be honed as the weekend approaches.
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
Bakewell Lake Cabin sits on the shores of Bakewell Lake near the Bakewell Arm of Smeaton Bay, deep within the Misty Fjords National Monument Wilderness. Built in 1978, this 12x14-foot Pan Abode cabin provides sleeping space for 4-6 people with two single bunks and two double bunks. The cabin includes a wood stove, table and benches, and an outhouse, but guests must bring their own water, food, bedding, and fuel. The cabin is surrounded by old-growth spruce, hemlock, and cedar forest and features a beautiful white sand beach. A 14-foot aluminum skiff with oars is available for fishing and exploring the lake. Anglers can catch Dolly Varden, cutthroat trout, and steelhead, with salmon runs from July through September bringing sockeye, pink, chum, and coho salmon. The 1-mile Bakewell Lake Trail connects to Bakewell Arm and features a fish ladder and 40-foot waterfall. Wildlife is abundant, including brown bears, Sitka black-tailed deer, beavers, otters, eagles, and loons. Access is by float plane or by boat to Smeaton Bay followed by a 2-mile canoe or kayak trip. Helicopter access is prohibited in this designated Wilderness area. The cabin is ideal for families and anyone seeking a peaceful wilderness retreat.
Directions
Located approximately 40 air miles east of Ketchikan on the mainland south of Bakewell Arm of Smeaton Bay. Accessible by float plane or by mooring boat in Smeaton Bay and canoeing or kayaking 2 miles to the cabin. No mooring buoy at trailhead. Helicopter access is illegal in this Wilderness area. Refer to USGS topographic map Ketchikan B-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 | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 228-2148 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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