Harvey Lake Cabin
Open year-round with reservations via Recreation.gov. Receiving minimal maintenance in 2026. Float plane access may be unavailable during frozen lake conditions in fall, winter, and early spring. Firewood for the wood stove is generally provided but not guaranteed. No potable water; pack out all trash.
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 10:34PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to continue through this evening and last through the weekend as multiple strong low pressure systems move into the northern gulf. These lows will bring multiple days of moderate to heavy rain, with around 1.5 to 3 inches of rain every 24 hours. Some areas, especially near Yakutat and along the gulf coast, could see localized areas reach around 4 inches of rain in 24 hours. Heaviest rain rates are anticipated late Saturday into Sunday with hourly rates of 0.15 to 0.3 inches possible. This heavy rain will likely cause rapid river rises along smaller rivers and streams, but no flooding is expected at this time for areas outside the flood watch. Along with this heavy rain, increased winds are highly likely across the area. Strongest winds are anticipated to occur late Saturday into Sunday with 30 to 40 kts, gusts to 50 kts across the gulf and 20 to 35 kts, gusts around 40 to 50 kts across the northern inner channels. Land winds will also increase, with areas especially along the central gulf coast seeing wind gusts up to around 45 mph. Check back for more updates through the weekend.
From Recreation.gov
Be advised this facility will receive minimal maintenance this year. If this facility has an oil stove please use clean #1 heating oil or kerosene to limit problems with operation. If this facility has a wood stove it is not guaranteed wood will be available. 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 Petersburg Ranger District: 907-772-5869.
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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…
About
Harvey Lake Cabin is a remote Forest Service rental cabin located at the west end of Harvey Lake on Woewodski Island in the Tongass National Forest. Situated at 100 feet elevation near Duncan Canal, this A-frame cabin offers solitude surrounded by forested hills. The cabin sleeps multiple guests with two single wooden bunks and a sleeping loft, heated by a wood stove. A large deck overlooks the lake, and a pit toilet outhouse is provided. A rowboat with oars is available at the cabin, though visitors may wish to bring a small outboard motor and must supply their own life jackets. Access is by float plane (18 miles from Petersburg) or by boat (21 miles from Petersburg) followed by a half-mile hike along Harvey Creek. The trailhead can be difficult to locate; look for the red and white diamond-shaped marker on the beach. During fall, winter, and early spring, float plane access may be impossible when the lake surface is frozen. Activities include fishing for cutthroat trout in the lake and coho salmon near Harvey Creek mouth in early fall, swimming at the nearby sandy beach, boating, hunting in the surrounding hills, and wildlife viewing. Black bears, deer, moose, grouse, and waterfowl inhabit the area. Visitors must bring their own drinking water, sleeping bags, cooking equipment, and food, and must pack out all trash.
Directions
By float plane from Petersburg: 18 miles directly to Harvey Lake. In fall, winter, and early spring, float planes may be unable to land due to frozen lake surface. By boat from Petersburg: 21 miles to Woewodski Island, then a half-mile hike to the cabin. Look for the red and white diamond-shaped trailhead marker on the beach, east of a small islet and south of private cabins. Best boat mooring is 50 yards south of the marker; boats will go dry at low tide unless anchored in the hole south of the trailhead.
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 | $25 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 772-3871 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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