Kegan Creek Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations. Winter access can be difficult due to snow and ice conditions. Float plane access requires high tide.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 28 at 10:51PM AKST until March 2 at 6:00AM 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...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 9 inches. * WHERE...Prince of Wales Island and City and Borough of Wrangell. * WHEN...From 6 AM Sunday to 6 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and is discouraged. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another surge of moisture will bring higher snowfall rates by late Sunday morning. A warm push is expected to lower snowfall ratios and cause a transition to mixed precipitation by Monday morning.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 28 at 9:00PM AKST until February 28 at 9:00PM 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...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 8 inches. * WHERE...Prince of Wales Island. * WHEN...From 6 AM Sunday to 6 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and is discouraged. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another band of snow is expected to develop along the northern part of the island Sunday. Snowfall beginning Sunday should be limited to the northern part of the island and upper elevation highways. The southern half of the panhandle should see warming and either a rain snow mix with minimal accumulations or straight rain.
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
Kegan Creek Cabin offers a primitive wilderness lodging experience in the heart of Prince of Wales Island's Tongass National Forest. This 12x12 foot pan-abode style cedar log cabin sits on Kegan Creek near the outlet of Kegan Lake, surrounded by Sitka spruce and western hemlock forest approximately half a mile from a saltwater cove on Moira Sound. The cabin accommodates up to six people with wooden bunkbeds (no mattresses provided), a wood table with benches, a cooking bench, and a wood stove for heat. An outhouse is located outside, and a rowboat with oars is provided for exploring the lake and nearby waters. Visitors must bring their own sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking stove, fuel, firewood or biobricks, food, water, and all other personal gear. Water can be sourced from Kegan Creek but must be treated before drinking. The location is prime for anglers targeting salmon runs in Kegan Creek, as well as rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, dolly varden, and various salmon species in the surrounding lakes, streams, and ponds. A half-mile trail along Kegan Creek connects the cabin to both Kegan Cove and Kegan Lake, providing excellent opportunities to observe fish and wildlife. Black bears are frequently seen near the creek during salmon runs, and eagles, gulls, and various other birds are common. Beachcombing at low tide along the cove reveals tidal flats with rocks and sea-treasures. Access requires careful planning as the site is reached by float plane at high tide (30 air miles from Ketchikan, 51 from Craig) or by boat followed by the half-mile hike. Weather conditions can cause extended stays, and winter access can be challenging due to snow and ice.
Directions
Access is by float plane at high tide (30 air miles from Ketchikan, 51 air miles from Craig) or by boat to Kegan Cove followed by a half-mile hike. A mooring buoy is available in the bay on a first-come, first-served basis. Refer to USGS Craig A-1 map. Winter access can be difficult due to snow and ice.
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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) 826-3271 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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