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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 28 at 10:51PM AKST until March 2 at 9:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN PANHANDLE SNOW SATURDAY WITH POTENTIAL FOR MORE SNOW SUNDAY... Steady snowfall continues across a majority of the panhandle and will continue as the low moves into the eastern gulf through Saturday night before beginning to diminish. South to southwest winds are causing temperatures to warm over the southern outer coast with precipitation becoming a mix or changing to all rain. Through Saturday night, snow will end on the NW side of the low, from Sitka to Juneau and northward. Moisture will decrease overnight Saturday across the south, but then redevelop on Sunday as another system moves in. The rain/snow line will likely hover in vicinity of Sumner Strait Sunday into Monday with additional heavy snow expected for the Petersburg and Wrangell areas and lighter snow northward. A separate low pressure system looks to affect the region on Tuesday with potential for snow to push northward once again. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...City and Borough of Sitka and Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.
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…
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 Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) & (b), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails located within and/or administered by the…
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 REGIONPursuant to Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Subpart B, Section261. so (a) (b), the following is prohibited on National Forest Developmentroads…
Eulachon Fishery Closure Ketchikan Misty Fjords Ranger District
EULACHON FISHERY CLOSED IN FEDERAL WATERS OF DISTRICT ONE EXCEPT BY FEDERALLY QUALIFIED USERS IN THE UNUK RIVER DRAINAGEThis emergency Special Action closes Eulachon harvest in Federal public waters draining into District 1, except by federally qualified users in the Unuk River drainage.
Beaver Falls Prohibitions Thorne Bay Ranger District
The following acts are prohibited in the Tongass National Forest within the Thorne Bay Ranger District: Being on, going into, or using any part of the boardwalk trail leading to the Beaver Falls karst viewing areas, Forest Service Trails 54776, 54776A, and 54776B.
Anan Wildlife Observatory Forest Order Wrangell Ranger District
To provide for public safety and resource protection, the following acts are prohibited on the National Forest System lands described below and shown on the attached map incorporated into this Order as Exhibit A (the “Use Restriction Area”).PROHIBITIONSA. Going into, being upon, entering, or…
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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