Polk Camp
Open — Open year-round if the road is passable. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Peak season rates May 1 through September 30; non-peak rates October 1 through April 30.
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
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.
About
Polk Camp is a spacious three-bedroom cabin situated in Polk Inlet on Prince of Wales Island in southeastern Alaska's Tongass National Forest. This property once served as a remote administration camp for the Craig Ranger District and has been converted into a recreation cabin that can accommodate groups and families seeking a unique lodging experience in the rainforest. The cabin features a large kitchen equipped with a full-size propane oven and stove, ample counter space, and a sink (though no running water is available). An outhouse serves as the restroom facility. While firewood may be available, visitors should be prepared to cut their own and bring essential items including sleeping bags, pads, dishes, cleaning products, paper products, and fire starter. Nestled in a canopy of young Sitka spruce and western hemlock, the cabin provides easy access to exceptional outdoor recreation. Dog Salmon Creek offers excellent runs of sockeye, coho, chum, and pink salmon, along with cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, and Dolly Varden. The creek's fish pass is a popular bear viewing location in August. Dungeness crab are abundant in the inlet, and hunters can pursue black bear in spring and fall or Sitka black-tailed deer from late summer through late fall. An extensive system of roads and ATV trails surrounds the cabin. Wildlife in the area includes sandhill cranes, eagles, wolves, black bears, deer, and various migratory birds, particularly in the nearby estuary south of the cabin. The cabin is accessible by vehicle (approximately 45 miles from Craig), boat, or floatplane through a locked gate at the end of the road.
Directions
From Craig, take the Craig/Klawock-Hollis Highway toward Hollis. Turn right on Hydaburg Road (State Route 913) and travel 8 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 21 (Polk Inlet and Twelvemile Road). Follow Forest Road 21 for 14 miles, then turn left toward Polk Inlet. The cabin parking area is about 1.5 miles ahead on the left. Access is through a locked gate at the end of the road. Approximately 45 miles total from Craig.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 826-3271 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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