Freds Creek Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov, weather and sea conditions permitting. The cabin is receiving minimal maintenance; firewood and splitting maul may be unavailable, so visitors should bring their own firewood and maul.
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 proc
Regional Order No. 10-00-00-04-01 - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol
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Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
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From Recreation.gov
Be advised this facility will receive minimal maintenance this year. Firewood and splitting maul may be unavailable. Plan accordingly and do not cut green trees. Please help us maintain this site for all to enjoy by packing out all garbage and leaving it cleaner than you found it. Report problems to the Sitka Ranger District: 907-747-6671.
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
Fred's Creek Cabin is a year-round oceanfront rental cabin located on the southeastern shore of Kruzof Island, 10 miles west of Sitka on Sitka Sound. The 15' x 18' Pan Abode cabin features a full sleeping loft accessed by stairs, plywood bunks for up to 8 people, a wood stove for heat, cooking counter, table and benches, and a deck overlooking the rocky shoreline. Fred's Creek flows to saltwater just north of the cabin. The cabin serves as an excellent base for hiking the 6.7-mile Mount Edgecumbe Trail, which gradually ascends through miles of muskeg and spruce-hemlock forest before climbing steeply to the cone of Mount Edgecumbe, a 3,200-foot dormant volcano. On clear days, hikers are rewarded with panoramic views. The rocky beach offers beachcombing, surf watching, and exploration of fascinating pumice and volcanic rock formations deposited by the volcano. Wildlife viewing opportunities include humpback whales offshore in spring and fall, sea otters, sea lions, puffins, and other seabirds. Brown bears frequent the area, and deer hunting is available in season. Access is by boat (30 minutes from Sitka) or helicopter during low tide. Local wave action can make beach landings difficult or dangerous, and boaters should consult tide tables and avoid approaching during tide changes. A mooring buoy is available for anchorage. The cabin receives heavy use from Sitka residents and tour groups accessing the Mount Edgecumbe trailhead.
Directions
Located 10 miles west of Sitka on the southeastern shore of Kruzof Island. Access is 30 minutes by boat from Sitka. Helicopter landing on the beach is possible at lower tides. Local wave action on the beach may make landing dangerous or impossible; consult local tide tables and avoid approaching while the tide is turning. Inexperienced boaters should consider using local charter boat operators. A mooring buoy is available for anchorage. Refer to USGS topographic maps Sitka A-5, A-6.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| SM.FS.r10_sitka_rd@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 747-6671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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