Blind Pass Cabin

About

Blind Pass Cabin is a remote wilderness retreat tucked into a sheltered cove on the northwest shore of Hassler Island in Tongass National Forest. Built in 1975, this rustic Pan-Abode log cabin measures 12x14 feet and sleeps up to 6 people on two single bunks and two double bunks. The cabin is equipped with a wood/oil stove for heating, a cooking counter and table, shelves, cupboard space, and an outhouse. There is no potable water or electricity; guests must bring drinking water and treat any water from the nearby creek. The area offers exceptional recreational opportunities. King salmon runs in the nearby Unuk River draw anglers, along with other salmon species, halibut, red snapper, Dungeness crab, and shrimp. A freshwater lake with trout lies about half a mile upstream, though there is no trail. Sea kayakers frequently use the cabin as a base for exploring Bell Island, Gedney Pass, and Bell Arm, or paddling to Bailey Bay to hike to Lake Shelokum Hot Springs. Wildlife viewing includes Sitka black-tailed deer, black bears, and wolves. The surrounding old-growth forest and views of densely forested Black Island across Blind Pass create a truly wild setting. Guests should be aware of Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP) risks in the area and take appropriate bear safety precautions.

Directions

Located approximately 40 air miles north of Ketchikan on the northwest shore of Hassler Island, across from Black Island. Accessible only by floatplane or boat. A mooring buoy in front of the cabin is available first-come, first-served. Consult local tide tables to determine best times for arrival and departure.