Ohmer Creek Campground
Open year-round for day use and limited overnight camping. No fees. Operating under minimal maintenance with no on-site water, no restrooms, and pack-out trash requirements.
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 10:34PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to continue through this evening and last through the weekend as multiple strong low pressure systems move into the northern gulf. These lows will bring multiple days of moderate to heavy rain, with around 1.5 to 3 inches of rain every 24 hours. Some areas, especially near Yakutat and along the gulf coast, could see localized areas reach around 4 inches of rain in 24 hours. Heaviest rain rates are anticipated late Saturday into Sunday with hourly rates of 0.15 to 0.3 inches possible. This heavy rain will likely cause rapid river rises along smaller rivers and streams, but no flooding is expected at this time for areas outside the flood watch. Along with this heavy rain, increased winds are highly likely across the area. Strongest winds are anticipated to occur late Saturday into Sunday with 30 to 40 kts, gusts to 50 kts across the gulf and 20 to 35 kts, gusts around 40 to 50 kts across the northern inner channels. Land winds will also increase, with areas especially along the central gulf coast seeing wind gusts up to around 45 mph. Check back for more updates through the weekend.
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…
About
Ohmer Creek Campground sits along Ohmer Creek on Mitkof Island in the Tongass National Forest, approximately 22 miles south of Petersburg via the Mitkof Highway. The campground operates under a minimal maintenance schedule due to Forest Service budget constraints, meaning no fees are collected but services are extremely limited. Campers must be fully self-sufficient. There is no potable water on site, no trash service, and restroom facilities may not be available. The Forest Service advises visitors to use neighboring recreation area facilities or bring a self-contained camping unit with its own waste system. All trash must be packed out. The campground provides access to Ohmer Creek for stream fishing and connects to the Ohmer Creek Trail. The first section of this trail is barrier-free with interpretive signage, passing through spruce and hemlock forest before reaching a floating bridge over a beaver pond. Usage at this campground is typically light.
Directions
22 miles south of Petersburg on the Mitkof Highway. Turn right out of the ferry terminal parking lot and continue south.
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 | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 772-3871 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Ohmer Creek Campground |
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