Baranof Lake Cabin
Open and available for reservations. The cabin is generally accessible June through October. May be inaccessible November through May due to frozen lake surface preventing floatplane landings.
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:49AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to start Friday 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. 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 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
Baranof Lake Cabin sits on the shores of a stunning glacier-fed lake on the east side of Baranof Island, 20 air miles from Sitka. The greenish-blue lake stretches nearly 3 miles long and half a mile wide, flanked by mountain ridges rising to 3,000 feet. A waterfall cascades down steep slopes across the lake, and the Baranof River enters near the cabin with the constant sound of rushing water. The rustic 12x14-foot Pan Abode-style cabin accommodates up to six people on four plywood bunks (two double, two single). Amenities include a wood stove for heat, table with benches, cooking counter, cupboard, outhouse, and a small skiff with oars for lake exploration. Firewood may be scarce, and visitors must bring their own sleeping bags, cooking stove, cookware, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, lantern, and fire extinguisher. Fishing is excellent from late July through late August when cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden, and rainbow trout runs occur, particularly near inlet streams. Dense vegetation along the shoreline makes shore fishing and hiking impossible. Brown bears frequent the area, requiring proper food storage and awareness.
Directions
Located 20 air miles east of Sitka on the east side of Baranof Island. Access is by floatplane only from Sitka, approximately 25 minutes in clear weather. In poor weather with low clouds, flying time can double as planes must route around Baranof Island rather than flying over it.
Location
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 | $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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