John Muir Cabin
Open year-round. Available as a warming shelter for public use daily 10am-5pm. Reservations required for overnight stays via Recreation.gov. Two-day stay limit.
Special Weather Statement issued June 30 at 1:14PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
River gauge observations as of Tuesday morning indicate a release from Lake No Lake began overnight and is ongoing. Based upon basin estimates and current river levels, the river is forecast to reach bankfull. Therefore, flooding is not expected. As a result of the release, debris in the water is possible on the Taku River, extending down Taku Inlet, & into Stephens Passage, particularly for Wednesday. Furthermore, the water temperature near the Taku River may be much colder than normal, possibly by more than 10 degrees. Typically a release of this type along the Taku River lasts from 1 to 3 days. The National Weather Service and Alaska River Forecast Center will continue to monitor conditions going forward and update this statement as necessary. For Taku River near Juneau: At Noon the stage was 38.3 feet. Flood Stage is 43.0 feet. Forecast: Water levels will crest at around 42.0 feet or bankfull around 4:00am Wednesday.
Special Weather Statement issued June 30 at 10:51AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
River gauge observations as of Tuesday morning indicate a release from Lake No Lake began overnight and is ongoing. Based upon basin estimates and current river levels, the river is forecast to reach bankfull. Therefore, flooding is not expected. Typically a release of this type along the Taku River lasts from 1 to 3 days. The National Weather Service and Alaska River Forecast Center will continue to monitor conditions going forward and update this statement as necessary. For Taku River near Juneau: At 10:00am the stage was 37.9 feet. Flood Stage is 43.0 feet. Forecast: Water levels will crest at around 42.0 feet or bankfull around 4:00am Wednesday.
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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
John Muir Cabin is a 15x12-foot chalet-style log cabin operated by the Tongass National Forest. The cabin sits in a subalpine meadow surrounded by mountain hemlock and pine forest, with very wet meadows and wildflowers in season. Two double bunks on the first floor and two bunks on the second floor accommodate up to 8 guests. The cabin includes a propane furnace (propane provided), wood stove, table with benches, broom, dustpan, and snow shovel. There is no potable water, electricity, firewood, or cooking facilities. Guests must bring their own water or treat water from the nearby stream. A vault toilet is accessible via a ramp and hardened trail. All garbage must be packed out. Open fires are permitted in the fire ring using dead and down wood only. The area is home to black bears, brown bears, deer, and porcupines. In winter, the open meadows provide excellent cross-country skiing, and a marked trail connects to Peterson Lake Cabin. A GPS or map and compass are recommended for winter travel.
Directions
The trailhead is at mile marker 12.3 on Glacier Highway, 13 miles northwest of Juneau near Auke Bay. Hike 3.5 miles on the partially planked Auk Nu Trail through muskeg with 1,500 feet of elevation gain. The cabin is also accessible by helicopter. In winter, skis or snowshoes are recommended.
Location
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 | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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