Paulson Bay Cabin
Open — Open year-round. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
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
10-04-00-26-01 Winter Motorized Vehicle Closure
To prevent resource damage from snowmachine use in areas where inadequate snow conditions exist, some Kenai Peninsula areas of the Chugach National Forest are closed to snowmachine use areas.
10-04-00-24-05 - Developed Recreation Sites, Public Use Cabins Prohibitions
Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the Chugach National Forest:Cutting any standing tree within 150 feet of a Public Use Cabin, Developed Recreation Site or Administrative Use Site.
10-04-00-17-09 Winter Motorized Vehicle Use
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on certain lands administered by the Forest Service within the Chugach National Forest:
10-04-04-12-08 Copper River Delta Winter Motor Vehicle Closure
The use of snowmachines (snowmobiles and all motorized over snow vehicles, including off highway vehicles) and the landing of, or the dropping or picking up of any materials, supplies, or persons by means of, helicopters that are utilized for t winter recreational activities is prohibited in the
10-04-00-05-01 - Winter Motor Vehicle Closure Prince William Sound
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a), the following acts are prohibited on the Chugach National Forest:Certain motor vehicle use except for subsistence uses from December 1 through April 30 of each year:
10-04-00-04-03 - Motor Vehicle Closure Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Acquired Lands
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a) the operation of motor vehicles is prohibited in the following areas:
About
Paulson Bay Cabin is a remote Forest Service rental cabin situated at the head of Paulson Bay on the west side of Cochrane Bay in Prince William Sound. The 12x14 foot cabin sits on a bluff in an open wooded area with nearby muskeg and offers spectacular views of Port Wells, College Fiord, and Harvard Glacier. The terrain transitions from rolling hills to rugged mountains, with relatively open hiking due to minimal brush. The cabin accommodates up to six people and includes a table, wood stove, oil stove for heat, outhouse, and rainwater catchment barrel. Guests must bring sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cook stove, toilet paper, cookware, utensils, and water purification. The area provides excellent opportunities for sea kayaking, fishing for chum and pink salmon (late July through August), shrimping, and bottom fishing. Three-quarter mile hiking routes lead north to the creek. Wildlife includes black bears, Sitka black-tailed deer, bald eagles, waterfowl, sea otters, orcas, Dall's porpoises, harbor seals, and sea lions. Kayakers should consult tide reports and watch for numerous submerged rock ledges. Hunting for bear and waterfowl is available in season with proper permits. Boats and transportation are not provided by the Forest Service.
Directions
Not accessible via road system. Access by float plane (40 minutes from Anchorage, 60 minutes from Cordova) or by boat (18 miles from Whittier). The bay mouth is partially obscured by five small islands. Beware of submerged rock ledges between islands and off coastal points. The cabin sits on a bluff and is reached by steps from the beach.
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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 | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 783-3242 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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