Kah Sheets Lake Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations. In fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface preventing float plane landings. Contact Petersburg Ranger District prior to making reservations during these periods.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 28 at 10:51PM AKST until March 2 at 9:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN PANHANDLE SNOW SATURDAY WITH POTENTIAL FOR MORE SNOW SUNDAY... Steady snowfall continues across a majority of the panhandle and will continue as the low moves into the eastern gulf through Saturday night before beginning to diminish. South to southwest winds are causing temperatures to warm over the southern outer coast with precipitation becoming a mix or changing to all rain. Through Saturday night, snow will end on the NW side of the low, from Sitka to Juneau and northward. Moisture will decrease overnight Saturday across the south, but then redevelop on Sunday as another system moves in. The rain/snow line will likely hover in vicinity of Sumner Strait Sunday into Monday with additional heavy snow expected for the Petersburg and Wrangell areas and lighter snow northward. A separate low pressure system looks to affect the region on Tuesday with potential for snow to push northward once again. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. * WHERE...Petersburg Borough. * WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to 9 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another surge of moisture will bring heavier snowfall rates by Sunday afternoon and last into Monday morning.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 28 at 10:51PM AKST until February 28 at 11:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN PANHANDLE SNOW SATURDAY WITH POTENTIAL FOR MORE SNOW SUNDAY... Steady snowfall continues across a majority of the panhandle and will continue as the low moves into the eastern gulf through Saturday night before beginning to diminish. South to southwest winds are causing temperatures to warm over the southern outer coast with precipitation becoming a mix or changing to all rain. Through Saturday night, snow will end on the NW side of the low, from Sitka to Juneau and northward. Moisture will decrease overnight Saturday across the south, but then redevelop on Sunday as another system moves in. The rain/snow line will likely hover in vicinity of Sumner Strait Sunday into Monday with additional heavy snow expected for the Petersburg and Wrangell areas and lighter snow northward. A separate low pressure system looks to affect the region on Tuesday with potential for snow to push northward once again. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. * WHERE...Petersburg Borough. * WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to 9 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another surge of moisture will bring heavier snowfall rates by Sunday afternoon and last into 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
Kah Sheets Lake Cabin is an accessible, modified A-frame that was built in 1989 on the southeast end of Kah Sheets Lake at 156 feet elevation. Located on the south end of Kupreanof Island in southeastern Alaska, the cabin provides access to a secluded location where fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing opportunities are abundant. The cabin and facilities are fully barrier-free, including the outhouse, dock, and connecting boardwalk trails. Kah Sheets is a Tlingit term meaning "by the fisheries," and the area lives up to its name with excellent salmon and trout fishing available right outside the cabin door. Two small rowboats with oars are provided for lake access. The cabin is situated in an open area along the lake shore near the outlet, surrounded by a mixture of muskeg meadows and forest. The area's abundant muskegs support a variety of berries and wildflowers, while wildlife viewing is particularly good for bears and waterfowl. The Kah Sheets Lake Trail begins behind the cabin and traverses 2.75 miles through muskeg and forest to Kah Sheets Bay. Two spur trails lead to sections of the creek, with the upper spur following a boardwalk to a viewing platform. Access is by float plane (22 miles from Petersburg) or by boat and hiking trail combination (24 miles from Petersburg by boat, then 2.75-mile hike). Note that an 18-foot tide is required for direct boat access to the trailhead, and in fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface preventing float plane landings.
Directions
Access by float plane is 22 miles from Petersburg. Alternatively, access by boat 24 miles from Petersburg, then hike 2.75 miles from Kah Sheets Bay to the lake. An 18-foot tide is required for direct boat access to the trailhead. Refer to USGS topographic map Petersburg C4.
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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 |
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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