Thorne Arm from Cabin
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Open year-round. Reservations available through Recreation.gov up to 180 days in advance. Peak season rates apply May 1 through September 30.

Small Craft Advisory issued May 20 at 9:49PM AKDT until May 21 at 5:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK

May 20th, 9:49 PM — 7:45 AM

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 diminishing to 15 kt late. Seas 5 ft. Rain. .THU...S wind 10 kt. Seas 3 ft in the morning then 2 ft or less. Near ocean entrances, seas 6 ft. .THU NIGHT...NW wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less, except 5 ft near ocean entrances. .FRI...SE wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less. .FRI NIGHT...S wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less. .SAT...S wind 20 kt. Seas 4 ft. .SUN...SE gale to 35 kt. Seas 7 ft. .MON...NW wind 20 kt. Seas 4 ft.

Small Craft Advisory issued May 20 at 6:42PM AKDT until May 21 at 5:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK

May 20th, 6:42 PM — 7:15 AM

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 diminishing to 15 kt late. Seas 5 ft. Rain. .THU...S wind 10 kt. Seas 3 ft in the morning then 2 ft or less. Near ocean entrances, seas 6 ft. .THU NIGHT...NW wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less, except 5 ft near ocean entrances. .FRI...SE wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less. .FRI NIGHT...S wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less. .SAT...S wind 20 kt. Seas 4 ft. .SUN...SE gale to 35 kt. Seas 7 ft. .MON...NW wind 20 kt. Seas 4 ft.

Small Craft Advisory issued May 20 at 5:25PM AKDT until May 21 at 5:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK

May 20th, 5:25 PM — 7:00 AM

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. UPDATED ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY THROUGH LATE TONIGHT... .TONIGHT...S wind 25 kt diminishing to 15 kt late. Seas 5 ft. Rain. .THU...S wind 10 kt. Seas 3 ft in the morning then 2 ft or less. Near ocean entrances, seas 6 ft. .THU NIGHT...NW wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less, except 5 ft near ocean entrances. .FRI...SE wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less. .FRI NIGHT...S wind 10 kt. Seas 2 ft or less. .SAT...S wind 20 kt. Seas 4 ft. .SUN...SE gale to 35 kt. Seas 7 ft. .MON...NW wind 20 kt. Seas 4 ft.

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…

Area and Road Closure Order Prince of Wales Ranger District

The Ross Adams Mine area will be closed for public safety due to contamination removal and remediation work that includes the continuous use of large heavy earthmoving equipment (on the road system that accesses the mine site and locations where work will be occurring).The closure will be in place…

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…

Mendenhall Lake Campground and Auk Village Campground Occupancy Prohibitions Juneau Ranger District

Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited within the Mendenhall Lake Campground and the Auk Village Campground:1.Camping for a period longer than 14 days within a 50-day period. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(a).2.Entering or remaining in a campground between…

About

Fish Creek Cabin offers a classic Tongass National Forest backcountry experience at the junction of freshwater Fish Creek and saltwater Thorne Arm on Revillagigedo Island. The 1978 Pan-Abode log structure measures 12x14 feet and accommodates up to six guests on two single and two double bunks. Interior amenities include a wood stove for heating, a cooking counter, table with benches, shelving, and basic cupboard space. An outhouse serves sanitation needs. The cabin provides excellent access to both freshwater and saltwater fishing. Fish Creek supports cutthroat and rainbow trout, steelhead, and Dolly Varden, while Thorne Arm offers salmon, halibut, rockfish, and Dungeness crab. Two unmaintained trails depart from the cabin area: Low Lake Trail leads to Big Lake in Misty Fjords National Monument Wilderness, and Gokachin Lake Trail crosses Fish Creek outlet to reach Star Lake. Guests must be entirely self-sufficient. There is no potable water, electricity, or firewood provided. Creek water requires treatment before consumption. Bring sleeping bags, pads, cookware, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, fire extinguisher, matches, and wood or biobricks for the stove. Wax logs are prohibited due to chimney fire risk. Be aware of high paralytic shellfish poisoning levels when harvesting shellfish.

Directions

Located approximately 20 air miles west of Ketchikan at the north end of Thorne Arm on Revillagigedo Island. Accessible only by floatplane or boat. A saltwater mooring buoy is available first-come, first-served. Refer to USGS topographic map Ketchikan B-4 and consult local tide tables when navigating by boat or kayak.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $65

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 Yes
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Thorne Arm from Cabin
Fish Creek Cabin view of Thorne Arm
Fish Creek Cabin
Fish Creek Cabin deck
Fish Creek Cabin Covered Deck
Fish Creek
Fish Creek Cabin entrance
Bunk Area
Entrance Area - oil stove has been replaced with wood stove
New wood stove at Fish Creek
Fish Creek Cabin view and mooring

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