Lake Josephine
Open

Open for reservations year-round via Recreation.gov. Float plane access may be limited in fall, winter, and early spring due to frozen lake conditions. Check with air charter companies on lake surface status before booking reservations prior to June. Inclement weather can cause extended stays; bring 2-5 extra days of supplies.

Tongass National Forest

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…

Tongass National Forest

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…

Tongass National Forest

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…

About

Josephine Lake Cabin sits at 1,800 feet elevation on the shores of a pristine alpine lake on Prince of Wales Island in southeastern Alaska. The rugged terrain features snow-capped peaks reaching 4,000 feet, stunted trees, and alpine vegetation that bursts into wildflower displays in mid-summer. The area is home to Sitka black-tailed deer and black bears, making it excellent for wildlife viewing and hunting. The primitive cedar log cabin sleeps up to six on wooden bunkbeds and includes a table, benches, cooking counter, shelves, and an oil stove for heat. An outside pit toilet is provided. Guests must bring all supplies including water (or treat lake water), sleeping bags, cooking equipment, toilet paper, #1 diesel fuel for the stove, and garbage bags for pack-out. An aluminum skiff with oars is available for lake exploration. The area is known for its quartz and epidote crystals, with several mining claims nearby. Visitors should respect private property boundaries and avoid prospecting or collecting specimens on private land.

Directions

Access by float plane only. 28 air miles from Craig, 38 air miles from Ketchikan. Guests must walk 75 yards uphill from the lake to the cabin. Refer to USGS maps Craig A-2 and B-2.

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

Availability

Photos

Lake Josephine
Lake Josephine Cabin
From Lake Josephine Cabin
Aerial View of Lake Josephine

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