Big John Bay Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations. Peak season May 1 through September 30 at $40 per night; non-peak season October 1 through April 30 at $25 per night.
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 1 at 2:45PM AKST until March 2 at 9:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...MULTIPLE ROUNDS OF SNOWFALL EXPECTED THROUGH EARLY WEEK... The active weather pattern continues with split flow developing as an incoming front stalls across the central panhandle, with cold strong northerly outflow winds across the northern inner channels and warmer southerly winds across the southern panhandle. Portions of the central and southern panhandle will see moderate to heavy snowfall through Sunday evening as another surge of moisture pushes into the area. A transition to a rain snow mix is expected through Monday morning for the southern panhandle up to Sumner Strait. Main forecast challenge is potential for temperatures to warm up quicker than expected through Sunday night and into Monday morning with the front moving further north, limiting snowfall accumulations. Another system will bring more accumulating snow to the panhandle Monday night into Tuesday night. The track of this follow up feature could lead to significant swings in snow accumulations from Frederick Sound northward to the Icy Strait corridor. * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...City and Borough of Sitka and Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 9 AM AKST Monday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Monday night through late Tuesday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and is discouraged. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the winter weather advisory, heaviest snowfall rates are expected through Sunday night. For the winter storm watch, the arctic boundary over the panhandle is expected to continue to linger around Frederick Sound Monday into Tuesday. An approaching system will bring a fresh influx of moisture and moderate to heavy snow, with a quicker transition to a rain snow mix for the outer coast depending upon the track of the low.
Winter Storm Watch issued March 1 at 2:45PM AKST until March 4 at 3:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...MULTIPLE ROUNDS OF SNOWFALL EXPECTED THROUGH EARLY WEEK... The active weather pattern continues with split flow developing as an incoming front stalls across the central panhandle, with cold strong northerly outflow winds across the northern inner channels and warmer southerly winds across the southern panhandle. Portions of the central and southern panhandle will see moderate to heavy snowfall through Sunday evening as another surge of moisture pushes into the area. A transition to a rain snow mix is expected through Monday morning for the southern panhandle up to Sumner Strait. Main forecast challenge is potential for temperatures to warm up quicker than expected through Sunday night and into Monday morning with the front moving further north, limiting snowfall accumulations. Another system will bring more accumulating snow to the panhandle Monday night into Tuesday night. The track of this follow up feature could lead to significant swings in snow accumulations from Frederick Sound northward to the Icy Strait corridor. * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...City and Borough of Sitka and Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 9 AM AKST Monday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Monday night through late Tuesday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and is discouraged. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the winter weather advisory, heaviest snowfall rates are expected through Sunday night. For the winter storm watch, the arctic boundary over the panhandle is expected to continue to linger around Frederick Sound Monday into Tuesday. An approaching system will bring a fresh influx of moisture and moderate to heavy snow, with a quicker transition to a rain snow mix for the outer coast depending upon the track of the low.
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…
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 REGIONPursuant to Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Subpart B, Section261. so (a) (b), the following is prohibited on National Forest Developmentroads…
Eulachon Fishery Closure Ketchikan Misty Fjords Ranger District
EULACHON FISHERY CLOSED IN FEDERAL WATERS OF DISTRICT ONE EXCEPT BY FEDERALLY QUALIFIED USERS IN THE UNUK RIVER DRAINAGEThis emergency Special Action closes Eulachon harvest in Federal public waters draining into District 1, except by federally qualified users in the Unuk River drainage.
Beaver Falls Prohibitions Thorne Bay Ranger District
The following acts are prohibited in the Tongass National Forest within the Thorne Bay Ranger District: Being on, going into, or using any part of the boardwalk trail leading to the Beaver Falls karst viewing areas, Forest Service Trails 54776, 54776A, and 54776B.
Anan Wildlife Observatory Forest Order Wrangell Ranger District
To provide for public safety and resource protection, the following acts are prohibited on the National Forest System lands described below and shown on the attached map incorporated into this Order as Exhibit A (the “Use Restriction Area”).PROHIBITIONSA. Going into, being upon, entering, or…
About
Big John Bay Cabin is a remote Forest Service rental cabin situated on a small wooded point at the north end of Big John Bay in Rocky Pass on the west side of Kupreanof Island within Tongass National Forest. This single-level hunter-style cabin provides a rustic base for exploring one of southeast Alaska's productive fishing and hunting areas. The cabin accommodates up to four people with single bunks, and includes an oil heater (requires #1 stove oil), wooden table and benches, counter, covered porch, and a pit toilet. Visitors must bring their own stove oil, bedding, cooking equipment, and food. A small stream located a quarter-mile north of the cabin provides a water source, though water should be treated. The cabin sits on what becomes an islet at high tide, facing large expanses of tidal grass and saltwater flats. Access requires careful planning around tides. The cabin can be reached by float plane from Petersburg (28 miles) or by boat from Kake (18 miles), but a 15-foot tide is required for direct access. At lower tides, visitors face up to a 1-mile hike across mudflats. The Big John Bay Trail provides overland access from near Kake (1.75 miles), but this route crosses tide flats and is impassable during high tide. The area is excellent for waterfowl hunting, and Hamilton and Big John Creeks offer fishing for trout, pink salmon, and coho salmon. Wildlife including waterfowl, grouse, and black bears inhabit the surrounding forest and tidal areas.
Directions
Located on the northeast side of Big John Bay in Rocky Pass on the west side of Kupreanof Island. Access by float plane from Petersburg (28 miles), by boat from Kake (18 miles), or via the Big John Bay Trail from roadside near Kake (1.75 miles). A 15-foot tide is required for direct boat or float plane access; lower tides require up to a 1-mile hike across mudflats. Trail access is not possible during high tide as the route crosses tide flats. Check local tide tables before planning your trip.
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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 | $25 |
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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