Starrigavan Creek Cabin
Closed — Open year-round with seasonal vehicle access restrictions. Drive-up access available May 1 through September 30 and Wednesday through Saturday from October 1 through April 30. Winter vehicle access depends on snow and ice conditions and host availability for gate management. When gates are closed, equipment must be packed in by non-motorized means with parking available near the recreation area entrance.
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.
From Recreation.gov
Renters must meet with campground host in-person on check-in date to receive cabin access code. To ensure the host is available when you arrive, call the campground host at least two business days prior to reservation date to arrange meeting/check-in time (907-747-5720). The access code will only be given to the person on the reservation, with Photo ID, unless prior arrangements are made with host. Earliest check-in time is 2:00pm on the first day of the reservation. Check-out time is 12:00pm on the last day of the reservation.
About
Starrigavan Creek Cabin is a drive-up log cabin constructed in 2008 from young Sitka spruce trees, making it the first young-growth cabin and first cabin within a recreation area in the Tongass National Forest. The cabin occupies an old campsite within the major camping loop of Starrigavan Recreation Area, situated next to Starrigavan Creek and surrounded by temperate rainforest of hemlock and spruce. The cabin accommodates up to 8 people with one single bunk over an accessible bunk on the main level and two double-size bunks in the upstairs loft. The main level features a table with benches, wood stove for heat, cooking counter, and basic amenities. No electricity or indoor plumbing is provided. A vault toilet is located 200 feet from the cabin and artesian well water is 300 feet away. Outside amenities include a picnic table, combination campfire ring and grill with log benches, and a bench overlooking the creek. The recreation area offers diverse forest, estuary, and marine habitats. Visitors enjoy saltwater and freshwater fishing, kayaking, photography, hiking on trails including the Estuary Life Trail, Forest and Muskeg Trail, and Mosquito Cove Trail. Wildlife viewing opportunities include brown bears, spawning salmon, bald eagles, great blue herons, river otters, and Sitka black-tailed deer. Access to Sitka is only by ferry or airplane; the cabin is a 2-minute drive from the Alaska Marine Highway ferry terminal or 7 miles from downtown Sitka.
Directions
Located 7 miles northeast of Sitka at the end of Halibut Point Road, about 3/4 mile from the Alaska Marine Highway ferry terminal. Access to Sitka is only by ferry or airplane. From the ferry terminal, turn left and drive 3/4 mile on Halibut Point Road. The Estuary Loop, where the cabin is located, is accessed from the last right turn before the end of the highway. From the airport, cross the O'Connell Bridge through downtown Sitka to the roundabout at Sawmill Creek Road and Halibut Point Road, turn onto Halibut Point Road and travel 7 miles north.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| SM.FS.r10_sitka_rd@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 747-6671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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