Salmon Bay Lake Cabin
Open and reservable via Recreation.gov. Access by float plane to Salmon Bay Lake or boat/hike combo at high tide only. The cabin may be inaccessible fall through early spring when the lake surface freezes, preventing float plane landings. Inclement weather can extend trips by 2-5 days; bring extra supplies.
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About
Salmon Bay Lake Cabin offers a quintessential Alaskan backcountry experience in the Tongass National Forest. This 12x14 foot Pan-Abode log cabin sits on the rolling, forested northern shore of Salmon Bay Lake beneath old-growth spruce, hemlock, and cedar. A large sandy beach with southern exposure extends from the cabin, making it popular for swimming and beachcombing during warmer months. The cabin sleeps up to six on wooden bunkbeds and is equipped with a wood stove for heat, table and benches, and basic tools including an axe, splitting maul, and saw. An aluminum skiff with oars is provided for exploring the lake. A pit toilet is located outside. There is no potable water, electricity, or cell service; guests must bring all supplies including sleeping bags, cooking equipment, food, water, and garbage bags for pack-out. Salmon Bay Lake provides excellent fishing for cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden, and multiple salmon species including pink, chum, coho, and sockeye. Wildlife viewing opportunities include Sitka black-tailed deer, black bears, eagles, and waterfowl. The 1.5-mile Salmon Bay Lake Trail connects the cabin to saltwater for those arriving by boat, though conditions are muddy with stream crossings.
Directions
Access by float plane on Salmon Bay Lake, or by boat/trail combination at high tide only. By air: 35 miles from Wrangell, 55 miles from Craig, 84 miles from Ketchikan. By trail: 1.5 miles from Salmon Bay through muddy, slippery conditions with stream crossings and moderate climbing. A Forest Service skiff at the trailhead requires paddling an additional mile to reach the cabin. USGS maps Petersburg A-4 and B-4.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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) 828-3304 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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