Kakul Narrows Shelter
Open year-round. First-come, first-served with no reservations. This is a primitive emergency/overnight shelter with no fees, no potable water, and no restroom facilities. Visitors must be fully self-sufficient and access is by boat or floatplane only.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 8 at 10:30PM AKDT until October 9 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt expected. * WHERE...Northern Chatham Strait and Southern Chatham Strait. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM AKDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 8 at 3:51PM AKDT until October 9 at 5:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Southeast Alaska Inside Waters from Dixon Entrance to Skagway Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Sea forecasts represent the average of the highest one-third of the combined windwave and swell height. .TONIGHT...NW wind 15 kt increasing to 20 kt late. Seas 4 ft. .FRI...N wind 25 kt. Seas 5 ft. .FRI NIGHT...N wind 15 kt diminishing to 10 kt late. Seas 3 ft. .SAT...Light winds. Seas 2 ft or less. .SAT NIGHT...Light winds. Seas 2 ft or less. .SUN...SE wind 20 kt. Seas 4 ft. .MON...SE wind 15 kt. Seas 3 ft. .TUE...S wind 15 kt. Seas 3 ft.
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…
About
Kakul Narrows Shelter is a remote three-sided Adirondack-style structure managed by the USFS Sitka Ranger District in Tongass National Forest. Situated on Baranof Island along the east side of Kakul Narrows between Salisbury Sound and Fish Bay, the shelter sits approximately 25 miles north of Sitka in Southeast Alaska's island wilderness. The shelter provides minimal but functional overnight accommodations including a wood stove for heating, plywood bunks for sleeping, and a small table. This type of shelter is designed primarily for emergency use and overnight stays by boaters, kayakers, and hunters exploring the surrounding waters and coastline. There are no developed facilities at this site. Visitors must bring all potable water, pack out all trash, and be fully self-sufficient. Access is exclusively by boat or floatplane, with no trail connections. The area offers opportunities for wildlife viewing, fishing, and exploring the protected waters of Kakul Narrows.
Directions
Located on Baranof Island on the east side of Kakul Narrows between Salisbury Sound and Fish Bay, approximately 25 miles north of Sitka. Access is by boat or floatplane only. Coordinates: 57.371°N, -135.682°W.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 747-6671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Tongass NF Camping & Cabins | |
| Sitka Ranger District |
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!