Sweet Water Lake Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov. Float plane access may be limited during winter months when the lake surface freezes. 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
Flood Advisory issued December 29 at 11:58PM AKST until December 30 at 12:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues. * WHERE...Thorne River near areas around the Thorne River bridge. * WHEN...Until noon AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 623 PM AKST, the public reported rain and snowmelt are causing minor flooding of the highway near Thorne River. Minor flooding is ongoing.
About
Sweet Water Lake Cabin offers a remote wilderness lodging experience on Prince of Wales Island in the Tongass National Forest. The 12x14 foot primitive, pre-cut cedar log cabin sits on a large gravelly beach on the eastern shore of Sweetwater Lake, surrounded by old-growth temperate rainforest of spruce, hemlock, and cedar. The cabin sleeps up to six guests on wooden bunkbeds and is equipped with a table, benches, wood stove for heat, cooking counter, shelving, cupboards, and basic tools. An aluminum skiff with oars is provided for guest use. Anglers will find excellent fishing opportunities for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden, as well as coho, sockeye, and pink salmon. The area is prime territory for hunting Sitka black-tailed deer and black bear, with seasons running from late summer through late fall. Wildlife is abundant, including waterfowl, mink, otter, beaver, bald eagles, and seals that are often spotted in the lake. Boating on Sweetwater Lake offers scenic exploration, though navigation to nearby Barnes Lake via Gold and Galligan Lagoon is dangerous and not recommended. The cabin is accessible year-round by vehicle and boat (10 road miles from Coffman Cove via Forest Road 3030, followed by a 200-foot trail and half-mile boat paddle), or by float plane (68 air miles from Ketchikan). However, winter float plane access may be limited when the lake surface freezes. Visitors must bring their own sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cook stove, food, water, and all camping gear. No running water or electricity is available.
Directions
From Ketchikan, take Forest Service Road 20 to Forest Road 3030, approximately 2 hours from Hollis. The cabin is located 10 road miles from Coffman Cove. After driving, hike a 200-foot trail to a Forest Service-provided boat, then paddle approximately half a mile to the cabin. Also accessible by float plane, 68 air miles from Ketchikan. USGS map Craig D-3.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
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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