Kennel Creek Cabin

About

Kennel Creek Cabin sits on the south shoreline of Freshwater Bay, approximately 19 air miles southeast of Hoonah on the northeast side of Chichagof Island. The 16x22-ft milled cedar log structure features a sleeping loft with a single-over-double bunk on the main floor, a balcony, and a deck overlooking the bay and surrounding snow-capped mountains. Dense evergreen forest backs the cabin, with Kennel Creek flowing into Freshwater Bay about 200 yards away. This is a primitive, off-grid cabin with no electricity, indoor plumbing, or cell phone coverage. A wood stove provides heat, and visitors must bring their own water, sleeping gear, cooking supplies, lanterns, and food. Outside amenities include a large picnic table, fire ring, vault toilet, and a firewood shelter. The first level, main deck, vault toilet, and picnic table are ADA accessible. The area offers abundant wildlife including whales, brown bear, deer, and shorebirds. A gravel beach fronts the cabin for launching small boats, and a nearby boat ramp and dock facility provide additional water access. The Bear Paw Lake Trail system is located approximately 4 miles northwest on Forest Road 8508.

Directions

From Hoonah, travel south past the airport. Where the road turns to gravel, drive 2 miles to the T intersection, turn right toward Freshwater Bay. Drive 25 miles on Forest Road 8502/8508, veering left at all Y intersections. The cabin is located at the end of a short access road on your left. Total gravel road distance is approximately 27 miles. Also accessible by floatplane or boat.