Blind Pass Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov. Non-peak season rate October 1 through April 30, peak season rate May 1 through September 30.
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.
About
Blind Pass Cabin sits on the northwest shore of Hassler Island in the northern Behm Canal area, approximately 40 air miles north of Ketchikan. This secluded pan-abode log cabin, constructed in 1975, is tucked into a sheltered cove surrounded by old-growth forest with views of Blind Pass and densely forested Black Island. Low tides reveal a long beach in front of the cabin, and an adjacent stream provides water that must be treated before use. The 12-by-14-foot cabin sleeps 4-6 people with two single bunks and two double bunks. It includes a table, benches, shelves, cupboard space, a tiny wood stove, and an outhouse. A mooring buoy is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests must bring their own water, food, sleeping bags, cookware, firewood, and all other necessities, and are responsible for packing out all trash. The area is renowned for king salmon runs into the Unuk River, with halibut, red snapper, Dungeness crab, shrimp, and other salmon species abundant. A freshwater lake with trout is located about a half-mile upstream, though no trail exists. Sea kayakers use the cabin as a launching point for exploring Bell Island, Gedney Pass, and Bell Arm, or for kayaking to Bailey Bay to hike to Lake Shelokum Hot Springs. Wildlife includes Sitka black-tailed deer, black bears, wolves, and various waterfowl and marine mammals. Hunting is permitted in designated seasons with proper permits.
Directions
Located approximately 40 air miles north of Ketchikan on the northwest shore of Hassler Island, across from Black Island. Accessible by floatplane or boat. Mooring buoy in front of cabin is first-come, first-served. Refer to USGS topographic map Ketchikan D-5 and check local tide tables to determine best times for arrival and departure.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 225-2148 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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