Bay Of Pillars Shelter
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations or fees required. Accessible by boat only.
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
Small Craft Advisory issued December 29 at 3:45PM AKST until December 30 at 5:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
Southeast Alaska Inside Waters from Dixon Entrance to Skagway Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Sea forecasts represent the average of the highest one-third of the combined windwave and swell height. .TONIGHT...S wind 25 kt. Seas 8 ft, except 14 ft near ocean entrances. Rain showers. .TUE...S wind 15 kt. Seas 7 ft, except 13 ft near ocean entrances. Showers. .TUE NIGHT...SE wind 20 kt. Seas 6 ft, except 12 ft near ocean entrances. Rain showers. .WED...S wind 20 kt. Seas 6 ft, except 11 ft near ocean entrances. Rain showers. .WED NIGHT...SE wind 15 kt. Seas 4 ft, except 9 ft near ocean entrances. Rain showers. .THU...N wind 10 kt. Seas 3 ft. .FRI...NE wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less. .SAT...NE wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less.
Small Craft Advisory issued December 29 at 3:32PM AKST until December 30 at 5:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
Southeast Alaska Inside Waters from Dixon Entrance to Skagway Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Sea forecasts represent the average of the highest one-third of the combined windwave and swell height. .TONIGHT...S wind 25 kt. Seas 8 ft, except 14 ft near ocean entrances. Rain showers. .TUE...S wind 15 kt. Seas 7 ft, except 13 ft near ocean entrances. Showers. .TUE NIGHT...SE wind 20 kt. Seas 6 ft, except 12 ft near ocean entrances. Rain showers. .WED...S wind 20 kt. Seas 6 ft, except 11 ft near ocean entrances. Rain showers. .WED NIGHT...SE wind 15 kt. Seas 4 ft, except 9 ft near ocean entrances. Rain showers. .THU...N wind 10 kt. Seas 3 ft. .FRI...NE wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less. .SAT...NE wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less.
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
About
Bay of Pillars Shelter is a remote three-sided Adirondack-style shelter nestled in a grove of old-growth temperate rainforest on the south shore of Bay of Pillars on Kuiu Island. This 14x14 ft rustic shelter, built in 1997, sits within the pristine Kuiu Wilderness of the Tongass National Forest and overlooks the broad, U-shaped bay with views of the surrounding forested peaks. The shelter accommodates up to 6 people and is located approximately three miles northeast of Point Ellis. The site features a gently sloping gravel beach ideal for launching kayaks and provides excellent opportunities for hiking, fishing, and exploring the surrounding wilderness. Water is available from a small creek located about 30 feet from the shelter, though it must be treated before drinking. The location serves as an ideal base for exploring nearby Tebenkof Bay and experiencing the dramatic landscapes of the Kuiu Wilderness, which protects coastal estuaries, old-growth forests, and subalpine meadows. Access is by boat only, typically via kayak, skiff, or floatplane from Petersburg or other nearby communities. The shelter is available year-round with no advance reservations required and no rental fee, operating on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors should be prepared for remote wilderness conditions and practice Leave No Trace principles in this pristine bear country environment.
Directions
Accessible by boat only. Shelter is located approximately three miles northeast of Point Ellis on the south side of Bay of Pillars on Kuiu Island. Most common access is by kayak or small boat from Petersburg.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 772-3871 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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