Petersburg Lake Cabin
Open — Open year-round and available for reservations. In fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surfaces preventing float plane landings. Contact Petersburg Ranger District before booking during these periods.
Winter Storm Warning issued March 1 at 2:45PM AKST until March 2 at 9:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...MULTIPLE ROUNDS OF SNOWFALL EXPECTED THROUGH EARLY WEEK... The active weather pattern continues with split flow developing as an incoming front stalls across the central panhandle, with cold strong northerly outflow winds across the northern inner channels and warmer southerly winds across the southern panhandle. Portions of the central and southern panhandle will see moderate to heavy snowfall through Sunday evening as another surge of moisture pushes into the area. A transition to a rain snow mix is expected through Monday morning for the southern panhandle up to Sumner Strait. Main forecast challenge is potential for temperatures to warm up quicker than expected through Sunday night and into Monday morning with the front moving further north, limiting snowfall accumulations. Another system will bring more accumulating snow to the panhandle Monday night into Tuesday night. The track of this follow up feature could lead to significant swings in snow accumulations from Frederick Sound northward to the Icy Strait corridor. * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. * WHERE...Petersburg Borough. * WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snowfall is expected Sunday night into Monday morning. Snow will gradually transition to a rain snow mix through Monday morning. More snow is expected Tuesday, however rising snow levels are expected to begin limiting accumulations.
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…
About
Petersburg Lake Cabin offers a tranquil wilderness experience on the southeastern shores of Petersburg Lake within the Petersburg Creek-Duncan Salt Chuck Wilderness on Kupreanof Island. This pan-abode style cabin, constructed in 2003, sits in pristine old-growth spruce and hemlock forest at 103 feet elevation in a broad, glacial valley. The cabin accommodates up to 6 people with two double lower bunks and two single upper bunks, plus a table, benches, wood stove, and oil stove for heat. A rowboat and oars are provided for lake access. The cabin includes an outhouse with basket/barrel system. Firewood may be available but is not guaranteed; guests must bring their own kerosene for the oil stove. Water must be taken from the lake or creek and treated before consumption. Fishing is exceptional, with the creek offering steelhead, coho, and sockeye salmon runs, while the lake has cutthroat trout and sockeye. The area is prime black bear and bald eagle habitat, particularly during salmon spawning. Access is by float plane (9 miles from Petersburg) or by boat-trail combination that varies with tides. At high tide (15+ feet), boat 4 miles up Petersburg Creek then hike 6.5 miles. At lower tides, the hike extends to 10.3 miles from Kupreanof's boat dock. The trail is in poor condition with sections (miles 4-9.5) that are muddy, wet, poorly marked, and include beaver ponds and downed trees. In fall, winter, and early spring, frozen lake surfaces may prevent float plane access.
Directions
Accessible by float plane 9 miles from Petersburg, or by boat-trail combination dependent on tides. At high tide (15+ feet), boat 4 miles up Petersburg Creek to high tide trailhead, then hike 6.5 miles. At lower tides, start at Kupreanof's boat dock on Wrangell Narrows for a 10.3-mile hike. Consult local tide tables before trip. Refer to USGS topographic map Petersburg D4.
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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 | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 772-3871 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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