Turner Lake East Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov. Float plane access only. Lake typically freezes in fall, winter, and early spring, making the cabin inaccessible until ice thaws. Turner Lake is typically not ice-free until June. High avalanche danger exists in winter and early spring.
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
Winter Storm Warning issued December 29 at 5:48PM AKST until December 31 at 12:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...SNOW CONTINUES FOR THE NORTHERN PANHANDLE INTO MID WEEK... .Snowfall and periods of freezing rain continue for much of the northern half of the panhandle from Juneau and Icy Strait corridor area northward. The rain/snow line has moved southward today sitting just south of Tenakee Springs and Elfin Cove Monday evening. Snow totals have so far been around 15 to 47 inches across the northern panhandle. A low in the gulf is continuing to send surges of moisture into the panhandle with another surge expected to arrive for the northern inner channels late Monday night, bringing more renewed snowfall rates with it. Following this will be a slight decrease in snow rates Tuesday before a second wave of moisture is expected for late Tuesday night. Into Wednesday precip rates should then start to diminish. The rain/snow line will be wavering south of the Icy Strait area through this entire time period. Please stay tuned to future updates on this impactful storm. * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 17 to 22 inches. * WHERE...Glacier Bay and City and Borough of Juneau. * WHEN...Until noon AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional accumulating snowfall totals will be highly variable. The bulk of the additional snow accumulation will be where heavier showers move through, and out the road in Juneau. Snowfall rates will pick up again late Monday night, diminish on Tuesday, then pick back up again Tuesday night as a series of waves moves through, though these will be weaker than previous waves.
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
About
Turner Lake East Cabin is a 14x16 foot Pan Abode style cabin situated on the east end of Turner Lake, approximately 24 miles east of Juneau in the Tongass National Forest. The cabin sits on relatively flat, brushy terrain with a small sandy beach in front and provides breathtaking views of mountain cliffs, hanging glaciers, and numerous waterfalls cascading into the lake. The cabin accommodates up to 6 guests with 2 single wooden bunks and 2 double bunks. Amenities include a table and benches, oil stove with tank, cooking counter, food cupboards and shelves, cooler, broom and dustpan, and a pit toilet outhouse. A skiff with oars is provided for exploring the lake, though guests must bring their own personal flotation devices. An outboard motor can be attached to the skiff if brought by guests. Recreational opportunities include fishing for cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden, and kokanee salmon. Wildlife viewing is excellent, with chances to spot bears, mountain goats, and various waterfowl. Mountain goat and bear hunting are permitted with appropriate permits during designated seasons. Salmonberries are available for picking in summer months. Water is available from the lake or nearby stream but must be treated before use. Guests should bring sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking equipment, lanterns, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, fire starter, and flotation devices. Fuel for the oil heater (#1 stove oil) is also required, with consumption of approximately 1 gallon per day on low setting.
Directions
Located 24 miles east of Juneau at the east end of Turner Lake. Access by float plane only, approximately 40 minutes charged flight time from Juneau. Contact Juneau Ranger District at (907) 586-8800 to check conditions before travel.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 789-6264 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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