Deer Mountain Shelter Site
Free and first-come, first-served with no reservations. Limited season typically beginning in June due to snow and alpine conditions. No potable water or restroom facilities. Campers must be fully self-sufficient and prepared for backcountry conditions.
Wind Advisory issued September 20 at 2:11AM AKDT until September 20 at 7:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts near 40 mph expected. * WHERE...Annette Island, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, and Prince of Wales Island. * WHEN...Until 7 AM AKDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will occur into late Saturday night.
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
Deer Mountain Shelter Site is a free, first-come, first-served backcountry shelter in the Tongass National Forest near Ketchikan, Alaska. The 16' x 16' A-frame structure was reconstructed in 2008-09 and sits at 2,900 feet elevation above the timber line, offering expansive views of surrounding mountains and alpine terrain. The shelter provides excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing in a truly remote alpine setting. Access requires hiking 2.5 miles up the Deer Mountain National Recreation Trail from the trailhead parking area, or approximately 4 miles from downtown Ketchikan. The trail is steep with many switchbacks, gaining 2,000 feet of elevation in the first two miles. To reach the trailhead, follow Ketchikan Lakes Road for half a mile to the junction with Nordstrom Drive, then turn right into the trailhead parking area. The shelter accommodates up to 8 people with two double bunks (4 people) and a sleeping loft (4 people). Inside amenities include a propane stove (bring your own 1-pound canisters), a cooking counter, and a table with benches. There is no restroom or potable water at the shelter, so campers must bring all water and be prepared to pack out all waste.
Directions
From downtown Ketchikan, walk or drive up Ketchikan Lakes Road for half a mile to the junction with Nordstrom Drive (the road to the solid waste facility), then turn right into the Deer Mountain Trailhead parking area. Hike 2.5 miles up the Deer Mountain National Recreation Trail, gaining approximately 2,000 feet in elevation, to reach the shelter at 2,900 feet.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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) 225-3101 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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