Mud Bay Shelter
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations available.
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…
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 17 at 6:57AM AKDT until March 17 at 1:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
...HIT OR MISS SNOW SHOWERS CONTINUE THROUGH MID WEEK... .A stationary low in the northern Gulf of Alaska will send several bands of snow showers across the northern and central panhandle through the week, producing widely variable snow accumulations. A more organized band of showers is pushing into portions of the northern and central panhandle Tuesday morning. Another organized band is likely to push through late Tuesday night through Wednesday. The Winter Weather Advisories could be upgraded to Winter Storm Warnings if heavier snow showers continue over the same area. * WHAT...For the first Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches, and gusts of up to 40 mph. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations for the second advisory of 3 to 6 inches. * WHERE...City and Borough of Sitka. * WHEN...For the first Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, from 4 AM to 4 PM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A band of snow showers moves through on Tuesday. Another band will move through late Tuesday night into Wednesday The convective nature of snow showers will result in variable accumulations.
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 17 at 6:57AM AKDT until March 18 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
...HIT OR MISS SNOW SHOWERS CONTINUE THROUGH MID WEEK... .A stationary low in the northern Gulf of Alaska will send several bands of snow showers across the northern and central panhandle through the week, producing widely variable snow accumulations. A more organized band of showers is pushing into portions of the northern and central panhandle Tuesday morning. Another organized band is likely to push through late Tuesday night through Wednesday. The Winter Weather Advisories could be upgraded to Winter Storm Warnings if heavier snow showers continue over the same area. * WHAT...For the first Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches, and gusts of up to 40 mph. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations for the second advisory of 3 to 6 inches. * WHERE...City and Borough of Sitka. * WHEN...For the first Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, from 4 AM to 4 PM AKDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A band of snow showers moves through on Tuesday. Another band will move through late Tuesday night into Wednesday The convective nature of snow showers will result in variable accumulations.
About
Mud Bay Shelter sits on the east side of Kruzof Island within the Tongass National Forest, approximately 15 miles northwest of Sitka. This remote facility features a 3.5-sided shelter equipped with a wood stove and plywood bunks, providing basic protection from the elements in a wilderness setting. The shelter is accessible by boat, followed by overland travel, making it ideal for those seeking a backcountry experience. The facility offers minimal amenities consistent with its remote location. A pit toilet is available on-site, but campers must bring their own water as potable water is not provided. The shelter's wood stove provides heat, though visitors should be prepared to gather firewood. The site experiences light usage, offering solitude for those willing to make the journey. The location provides access to various outdoor activities including day hiking, backpacking, boating (both motorized and non-motorized), mountain biking, and OHV trail riding. A mooring buoy is available nearby at Mud Bay for boat anchorage on a first-come, first-served basis.
Directions
Located at Mud Bay on the east side of Kruzof Island, 15 miles northwest of Sitka. Access is by boat only.
Nearby Campgrounds
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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 747-6671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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