Shipley Bay Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations. Winter access can be difficult due to snow and ice conditions. Bring extra supplies for 2-5 days as weather can extend trips.
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
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Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
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About
Shipley Bay Cabin offers a true wilderness lodging experience on Kosciusko Island in southeastern Alaska's Tongass National Forest. This 12x14 foot pan-abode style cedar log cabin sits on a low bluff between Shipley Creek and Shipley Bay, with a large rocky beach in front and a grassy tidal flat behind where the creek meets the ocean. The cabin sleeps 4-6 guests on wooden bunkbeds and features a table, benches, a tiny wood stove for heat, cooking counter, and outdoor pit toilet. Anglers will find excellent opportunities in the stream and lake, which support cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, dolly varden, steelhead, and three species of salmon. A rugged 0.8-mile natural-tread trail connects Shipley Creek to Shipley Lake for those willing to explore, and experienced hikers with good orienteering skills can continue to Devilfish Bay, though no designated trail exists. On clear days, the snow-capped Mount Francis rises 2,592 feet in the distance. Wildlife viewing is exceptional, with abundant waterfowl, shore birds, bald eagles, Sitka black-tailed deer, and black bears. The cabin is accessible by float plane or a one-hour boat ride from El Capitan dock, though fog, high winds, and low tides can make landing difficult. A mooring buoy is available first-come, first-served. Guests must bring all supplies including water, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cook stove, fuel, biobricks for the wood stove, cooking gear, lanterns, and food. Water from the nearby stream must be treated before drinking.
Directions
Located at the mouth of Shipley Creek in Shipley Bay on Kosciusko Island, accessible by float plane or one-hour boat ride from El Capitan dock. Best to arrive at high tide. A mooring buoy is available first-come, first-served. Refer to USGS map Petersburg A-5 and Sitka tide tables.
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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) 828-3304 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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