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.
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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 28 at 10:51PM AKST until March 2 at 9:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN PANHANDLE SNOW SATURDAY WITH POTENTIAL FOR MORE SNOW SUNDAY... Steady snowfall continues across a majority of the panhandle and will continue as the low moves into the eastern gulf through Saturday night before beginning to diminish. South to southwest winds are causing temperatures to warm over the southern outer coast with precipitation becoming a mix or changing to all rain. Through Saturday night, snow will end on the NW side of the low, from Sitka to Juneau and northward. Moisture will decrease overnight Saturday across the south, but then redevelop on Sunday as another system moves in. The rain/snow line will likely hover in vicinity of Sumner Strait Sunday into Monday with additional heavy snow expected for the Petersburg and Wrangell areas and lighter snow northward. A separate low pressure system looks to affect the region on Tuesday with potential for snow to push northward once again. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...City and Borough of Sitka and Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.
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…
Eulachon Fishery Closure Ketchikan Misty Fjords Ranger District
EULACHON FISHERY CLOSED IN FEDERAL WATERS OF DISTRICT ONE EXCEPT BY FEDERALLY QUALIFIED USERS IN THE UNUK RIVER DRAINAGEThis emergency Special Action closes Eulachon harvest in Federal public waters draining into District 1, except by federally qualified users in the Unuk River drainage.
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…
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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