Mallard Slough Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov. Access requires high tide of 14 feet or higher for boats, 16 feet or higher for float planes.
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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.
About
Mallard Slough Cabin provides a remote basecamp for exploring the Stikine River delta and Stikine-LeConte Wilderness, located 22 miles from Wrangell. The 16x16-foot A-frame cabin features a loft, small deck, 2 single bunks, table, benches, wood stove, and wood shed with splitting maul. The cabin sits between tide flats and a spruce-hemlock forest with views of the delta. The surrounding area offers exceptional opportunities for kayaking, hiking, waterfowl hunting, and birdwatching. The Mallard Slough Trail begins behind the cabin and travels 2.7 miles to LeConte Bay, with the first 0.4 miles maintained and the remainder crossing marshy grassflats marked by posts. LeConte Glacier is accessible by boat at high tide, with icebergs visible in LeConte Bay and Frederick Sound. The Stikine River tidal flats serve as a major stopover for shorebirds and waterfowl during spring and fall migrations. Access to the cabin requires at least a 14-foot tide for shallow draft boats or 16 feet for float planes. Guests must bring their own bedding, cooking utensils, firewood, food, and water. Water is available from catchment but must be treated. Brown and black bears, bald eagles, owls, hawks, and moose inhabit the area. An outhouse is provided.
Directions
Located on the mainland between LeConte Bay and the North Arm of the Stikine River on the Stikine River delta in the Stikine-LeConte Wilderness. Accessible by shallow draft boat or float plane, 18 miles by air or 20-22 miles by boat from Wrangell or Petersburg. Consult local tide tables before travel.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 874-2323 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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