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Manzanita Bay Shelter

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Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. No fee. This is a primitive wilderness shelter with no water or restroom facilities.

Small Craft Advisory issued July 21 at 7:03PM AKDT until July 22 at 10:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK

7:03 PM — July 22nd, 3:15 AM

* WHAT...Northwest winds to 25 kt expected. * WHERE...Clarence Strait. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 AM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

Small Craft Advisory issued July 21 at 2:23PM AKDT until July 22 at 5:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK

2:23 PM — July 22nd, 7:30 AM

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 20 kt increasing to 25 kt late. Seas 5 ft. .WED...NW wind 25 kt. Seas 5 ft. .WED NIGHT...NW wind 20 kt. Seas 4 ft. .THU...NW wind 15 kt. Seas 3 ft. .THU NIGHT...NW wind 15 kt. Seas 3 ft. .FRI...S wind 15 kt. Seas 3 ft. .SAT...S wind 15 kt. Seas 3 ft. .SUN...SE wind 15 kt. Seas 3 ft.

About

Manzanita Bay Shelter sits within the spectacular Misty Fiords National Monument Wilderness on Revillagigedo Island in Southeast Alaska. This three-sided structure was recently rebuilt after being destroyed by a windstorm in 2010, providing backcountry travelers with basic protection from the region's frequent rain. The shelter is situated approximately 28 air miles northeast of Ketchikan and is accessible only by floatplane or boat. Misty Fiords is renowned for its dramatic scenery including steep granite cliffs, glacially-carved valleys, and dense rainforests. Wildlife viewing opportunities include potential sightings of bears, mountain goats, killer whales, and porpoises. This is a primitive wilderness facility with no potable water, restrooms, or other amenities. Visitors must be fully self-sufficient, bringing all water, supplies, and packing out all trash. The shelter operates on a first-come, first-served basis consistent with other wilderness shelters in the Tongass National Forest.

Directions

Located in Misty Fiords National Monument Wilderness, approximately 28 air miles northeast of Ketchikan on Revillagigedo Island. Accessible by floatplane or boat only. Refer to USGS map Ketchikan C-4.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
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) 225-3101

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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