Frenchy Ridge Shelter
Open year-round, free, first-come first-served. No reservations. No potable water or restrooms available. Road access to the trailhead may be affected by winter conditions.
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About
Frenchy Ridge Shelter is a rustic 12' x 16' three-sided Adirondack-style shelter situated in the Petersburg Ranger District of Tongass National Forest in Southeast Alaska. The shelter offers expansive views across muskeg wetlands and surrounding forest, providing a remote overnight option for backcountry travelers. The shelter is accessed by driving south from Petersburg on the Mitkof Highway for approximately 10.5 miles, turning left onto Three Lakes Loop Road, then following a series of forest roads (NFS 6204 and NFS 6208) to an undeveloped parking area. From there, a short hike through muskeg and woods leads to the shelter. This is a primitive facility with no restrooms or potable water. Campers must bring their own water and be prepared for self-sufficient backcountry camping. The shelter is particularly suited for winter recreation including snowmobiling and cross-country skiing, connecting with the Twin-Frenchy Snowmobile Trail that links to Twin Creek Shelter approximately 4 miles to the north.
Directions
Drive south from Petersburg on the Mitkof Highway for approximately 10.5 miles. Turn left onto Three Lakes Loop Road and continue for about 3 miles. Turn left onto NFS 6204 road, then left again onto NFS 6208 road to reach an undeveloped parking area. The shelter is a short hike through muskeg and woods from the parking area.
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 | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Tongass NF - Frenchy Ridge Shelter |
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