Ravens Roost Cabin Site
Open — Open year-round for reservations through Recreation.gov. Peak season rates apply 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
Ravens Roost Cabin sits atop a mountain on Mitkof Island in the Tongass National Forest, offering a scenic alpine retreat at 1,745 feet elevation. This custom-built 16x20-foot cabin is the only Forest Service cabin accessible by trail from Petersburg, making it a unique destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The cabin features wooden bunks on the main floor and a sleeping loft that can accommodate up to 8 guests, along with a covered deck, table and benches, propane heater, and an outhouse with pit toilet. The cabin is accessed via the Raven Trail, a steep and challenging 4.2-mile hike from the trailhead at the water towers behind Petersburg Airport. The trail gains 1,800 feet in elevation, with a moderate first mile, very steep middle section, and flatter final mile along the ridge top. Hikers should allow approximately 3 hours for ascent. The cabin can also be reached by helicopter for those preferring aerial access. The surrounding terrain features flat muskeg interspersed with steep mountain slopes. During summer months, the muskegs bloom with wildflowers and berries, while winter transforms the area into popular terrain for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling. A winter ski trail to the south connects to Twin Creeks Road. Wildlife in the area includes eagles, moose, deer, porcupines, and black bears. From the cabin's location, visitors enjoy panoramic views of Wrangell Narrows and Kupreanof Island to the west. Guests must bring their own water or treat water from nearby muskeg pools or melted snow, as no fresh water source is available.
Directions
The cabin is located above Petersburg Airport on Mitkof Island. Access is via the Raven Trail, a 4.2-mile hike from the trailhead at the water towers behind the airport, gaining 1,800 feet in elevation. The trail begins moderately, becomes very steep in the middle section, and flattens along the ridge top. Allow 3 hours for ascent. Helicopter access is also available.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 - $40 |
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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