North Wrangell Pond Shelter
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations or fees. Winter access available via cross-country skiing or snowshoeing.
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
North Wrangell Pond Shelter is a rustic 3-sided trail shelter situated on Wrangell Island in the Tongass National Forest. The shelter serves as a backcountry camping option for hikers exploring the North Wrangell trail system. Access to the shelter requires a 0.4-mile hike on a spur trail branching off the main North Wrangell Trail. There are two primary routes to reach the shelter: hikers can approach from Rainbow Falls Trailhead, covering approximately 4.1 miles via the Rainbow Falls Trail, Institute Creek Trail, and North Wrangell Trail; or from the North Wrangell Trailhead on the Spur Road Extension, a shorter 2.0-mile hike. The shelter can be used year-round and is accessible in winter via cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. As a primitive trail shelter, the site offers only basic protection from the elements. Campers must be self-sufficient and prepared for Southeast Alaska's wet climate. An outhouse is available at the site, but there is no potable water. The area receives light use, providing a quiet wilderness experience in the temperate rainforest environment. The shelter works well as a standalone destination or as part of a multi-day trip connecting with other shelters on the North Wrangell trail system.
Directions
Access via hiking trail only. Option 1: 4.1 miles from Rainbow Falls Trailhead via Rainbow Falls Trail to Institute Creek Trail to North Wrangell Trail, then 0.4 miles on spur trail. Option 2: 2.0 miles from North Wrangell Trailhead on Spur Road Extension, then 0.4 miles on spur trail.
Nearby Campgrounds
- North Wrangell High Country Shelter 0.7mi
- Shoemaker Bay Overlook Shelter Site 1.8mi
- Middle Ridge Cabin 8.5mi
- Garnet Ledge Cabin 9.3mi
- Nemo Campsites Entry & Info Site 9.6mi
- Yunshookuh Loop Campsite 9.8mi
- Three Sisters Overlook Campsite 10mi
- Anita Bay Overlook Campsite 11mi
- Lower Salamander Creek Campground 8.8mi
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $0 |
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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