Lake Alexander Shelter Lookout/cabin
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations required. Accessible only by float plane, boat, or canoe with portage from Mole Harbor.
Special Weather Statement issued February 8 at 1:57PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
After a series of shortwaves that brought rain and gusty winds over the past few days, a stronger front will approach southeast Alaska from the west on Tuesday. South to southeast winds will increase through the day Tuesday. Confidence is increasing for windy conditions with strong gusts Tuesday night into Wednesday morning as the front pushes west to east across southeast Alaska. Gales with storm force gusts will be possible ahead and along the frontal passage, especially along north-south oriented channels and along the coastal waters. A period of moderate to heavy rainfall will be possible with the frontal passage, but with the progressive nature of the front, flooding is not expected at this time. Another gale to potentially storm force low will quickly lift northeast into the Gulf and looks to push across southeast Alaska sometime later Wednesday into Thursday, bringing another round of strong gusty winds and moderate to heavy rainfall. Further details on the high wind and flooding potential for this system will be honed in on in the coming days. Looking further ahead, a cooling trend is favored to commence in the wake of these passing systems by late work week into the weekend. Snow levels will begin to lower and a colder outflow wind pattern could set up by late weekend. This could result in a return of snow for some coastal communities, especially across northern southeast Alaska. Further details on the pattern change and snow potential will be honed as the weekend approaches.
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 proc
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
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 REGION
About
The Lake Alexander Shelter is a historic three-sided Adirondack-style structure constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. This 12' x 10' shelter with a gravel floor sits at the eastern end of Lake Alexander on Admiralty Island, known to the Tlingit people as Kootznoowoo, meaning "Fortress of the Bear." The shelter is located within both the Admiralty Island National Monument and the Kootznoowoo Wilderness, part of the Tongass National Forest. The shelter serves as a waypoint on the 32-mile Cross Admiralty Canoe Route, offering basic protection from the elements in one of Southeast Alaska's most remote wilderness areas. Access is by float plane from Juneau (approximately 40 minutes flight time), boat, or canoe with a 2.4-mile portage from Mole Harbor. The trail from Mole Harbor climbs through spruce and hemlock forest with muskeg meadows and includes long, difficult muddy sections that make portaging challenging. Visitors arriving by boat at Mole Harbor should plan for a 15-foot incoming tide or higher due to extensive tidal flats. This is true wilderness camping in brown bear country. The shelter provides only basic three-sided protection; visitors must bring tents, sleeping gear, and all supplies. Non-potable water is available from the lake but must be treated. The area experiences light use and offers exceptional opportunities for wildlife viewing, fishing, and experiencing Southeast Alaska's temperate rainforest ecosystem in its most pristine form.
Directions
Located on the eastern end of Lake Alexander in central Admiralty Island. Access by float plane from Juneau (approximately 40 minutes), boat, or canoe. From Mole Harbor, a 2.4-mile portage trail leads to the shelter through spruce/hemlock forest and muskeg. Boaters should plan for 15-foot incoming tide or higher at Mole Harbor due to large tidal flats. Suggested USGS topo map: Sitka C-1.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| 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) 586-8800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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