Taku Glacier Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations through Recreation.gov. Access requires high tides of at least 12 feet for boats; float plane access available. Helicopter access prohibited March 1 through August 31 due to eagle nesting.
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
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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.
About
Taku Glacier Cabin is a remote 14 ft. by 16 ft. pan-abode style cabin located 26 miles northeast of Juneau on the east shore of Taku Inlet in the Tongass National Forest. The cabin is fully wheelchair-accessible, featuring ramps between the beach, cabin, and outhouse, and sleeps six people with two single and two double bunks. The cabin includes a table and benches, oil heater, food preparation space, and a large front deck with a picnic table. The cabin is situated on a saltwater beach with old-growth spruce, surrounded by marsh estuary and backed by lightly forested bedrock hillsides with steep canyons and cliffs. It offers spectacular views of Taku Inlet, snow-capped peaks, and both the Taku and Norris Glaciers. The area is home to grizzly and black bears, moose, mountain goats, and nesting eagles. Access is by float plane or shallow draft boat only, requiring tides of at least 12 feet for boat access. High winds often prevent access in Taku Inlet. Guests must bring their own heating oil (#1 diesel or kerosene, approximately one gallon per day), water or water treatment supplies, cooking equipment, sleeping bags, and all other amenities. The area offers opportunities for salmon fishing, kayaking, hiking on undeveloped terrain, and seasonal berry picking and hunting. Helicopter access is prohibited March 1 through August 31 due to eagle nesting.
Directions
Located 26 miles northeast of Juneau on the east shore of Taku Inlet, approximately 1 mile south of Taku Point and 2.2 miles north of Davidson Creek. Access by float plane or shallow draft boat only. Boat access requires tides of at least 12 feet; 16 feet recommended for wheelchair ramp access. Check tide charts in advance.
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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 | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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