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.
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
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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