Turner Lake West Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations. Winter and early spring access may be limited when Turner Lake is frozen, as floatplanes cannot land on ice. The lake typically becomes ice-free in June. High avalanche danger exists in winter and early spring.
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
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.
About
Turner Lake West Cabin is considered one of the most beautiful cabins on the Tongass National Forest and is extremely popular year-round. This historic log chalet was built in the early 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps and features impressive stonework and a working fireplace. The cabin sits on rock that slopes directly to the water, surrounded by spectacular scenery with cliffs and numerous waterfalls cascading into Turner Lake. The cabin accommodates up to 6 people with 2 single wooden bunks and 2 double bunks. Amenities include a table and benches, oil stove for heat, fireplace, cooking counter, food cupboards and shelves, cooler, and an outhouse. Two skiffs with oars are provided for fishing and exploring the lake. The terrain around the cabin is rocky and very brushy, and caution should be taken near the water's edge, especially with children. Turner Lake offers excellent fishing for cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden, and kokanee salmon. Pink salmon and Dolly Varden can be caught in Turner River and Taku Inlet. The area is home to grizzly and black bears, moose, mountain goats, and various waterfowl. Hunting for bear, mountain goat, and waterfowl is permitted in designated seasons. Access is 18 miles east of Juneau via 35-minute floatplane flight or by boating up Taku Inlet and hiking 0.8 miles to the cabin. Turner Creek and mudflats can be difficult to navigate at lower tides, so shallow draft boats or kayaks are recommended. Tide charts should be consulted for boat access.
Directions
Located 18 miles east of Juneau at the west end of Turner Lake. Access via floatplane (35-minute flight from Juneau) or by boating up Taku Inlet and hiking 0.8 miles to the cabin. Taku Inlet has shallow areas; consult nautical charts and tide tables. Shallow draft boats or high tides recommended for motor boats.
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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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