Josephine Lake Cabin
Open — The cabin is currently open for reservations year-round. Winter and early spring access may be limited or impossible due to frozen lake surface conditions; floatplane access typically becomes reliable by June. Guests should verify lake surface conditions with air charter companies before winter or spring trips.
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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 proc
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Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
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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
Josephine Lake Cabin offers a unique wilderness lodging experience in the remote alpine terrain of Prince of Wales Island in southeastern Alaska's Tongass National Forest. This 12x12-foot pan-abode style cedar log cabin sits at 1,800 feet elevation on the shores of Josephine Lake, a cold, clear alpine lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks reaching 4,000 feet. The cabin sleeps up to six people on wooden bunkbeds and is equipped with a table, benches, oil stove for heat, cooking counter, shelves, and an outside pit toilet. An aluminum skiff with oars is available for exploring the lake. The rugged alpine terrain features stunted trees, alpine vegetation, and spectacular wildflower displays in mid-summer. While Josephine Lake contains no fish, the area offers excellent opportunities for hiking, hunting, wildlife viewing, and photography. Wildlife is abundant, including Sitka black-tailed deer and black bears. The area is also known for its quartz and epidote crystals, though visitors must respect nearby mining claims and private property rights. Access is by floatplane only, approximately 28 air miles from Craig or 38 air miles from Ketchikan, with a 75-yard uphill walk from the lake to the cabin. Visitors must bring all supplies including sleeping bags, cooking equipment, #1 diesel oil for heat, water or filtration systems, and extra provisions for 2-5 days in case of weather delays. Winter and early spring access can be difficult or impossible due to frozen lake surface.
Directions
Access by floatplane only, approximately 28 air miles from Craig or 38 air miles from Ketchikan. The cabin is located 75 yards uphill from the lake at 1,800 feet elevation. Refer to USGS maps Craig A-2 and B-2. Check with air charter companies regarding lake surface conditions if traveling before June, as frozen surface may prevent floatplane access.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 826-3271 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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