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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 1 at 6:52AM AKST until March 2 at 6:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...ANOTHER ROUND OF SNOWFALL EXPECTED SUNDAY FOR CENTRAL PANHANDLE... The active weather pattern continues through Sunday as remnants of yesterday's storm continues to dissipate. Split flow will develop as an incoming front stalls across the central panhandle, with cold strong northerly outflow winds developing across the northern inner channels and warmer southerly winds across the southern panhandle. This sets the stage for portions of the central and southern panhandle to see moderate to heavy snowfall by Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening as another surge of moisture pushes into the area. A transition to a rain snow mix is expected through Monday morning with a transition to rain by Monday afternoon as temperatures increase. Main forecast challenge is potential for temperatures to warm up quicker than expected through Sunday night and into Monday morning with the front moving further north, limiting snowfall accumulations. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 9 inches. * WHERE...Prince of Wales Island and City and Borough of Wrangell. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest snowfall totals will remain on the northern side of Prince of Wales Island and upper elevations near Wrangell. Heaviest snowfall rates are expected by Sunday afternoon through Sunday night. Snow ratios will decrease through Sunday night as warm air pushes northward with a transition to a mixed precipitation through late Monday morning.
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
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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