Tanis Mesa Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov. Access by wheeled plane or helicopter weather permitting.
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.
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
About
Tanis Mesa Cabin is a brand new red cedar panabode style cabin completed in August 2024, offering year-round access to remote wilderness between Tanis Mesa and the Brabazon Mountain Range. The cabin sits on mostly flat terrain surrounded by blueberry bushes with interspersed stands of cottonwood, alder and willow beginning about half a mile away. Epic views of Mt. Fairweather and several peaks in the Brabazon Range make this a spectacular location for experiencing big Alaskan scenery. The 15x17-ft cabin is equipped with four single bunks, a table and benches, a Nordic oil stove for heating, and basic amenities including a broom and fire ring. Outside, visitors will find a nice deck with both steps and a ramp, a redwood picnic table, a large A-frame style shed for storing game or gear, and an outhouse. A 12x12-ft meat shed is available for hunters. The cabin is connected to the 1,800-ft airstrip by a short 300-foot trail. Recreation opportunities include hiking to Tanis Lake 2 miles north, where Fassett Glacier can be seen cascading into the northeast end of the lake. The Brabazon Mountains offer excellent mountain goat hunting opportunities, while moose and brown bear hunting is good around the cabin. Visitors must bring their own #1 stove oil for heating, drinking water, sleeping bags, pads, cooking equipment, and all supplies. Access is by wheeled plane or helicopter only, depending on weather and ground conditions.
Directions
Located 50 miles southeast of Yakutat between Tanis Mesa and Brabazon Mountain Range. Access is by wheeled plane or helicopter only via an 1,800-ft airstrip. The cabin is connected to the airstrip by a short 300-foot trail.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 784-3359 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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