West Point Cabin
Currently closed through May 18, 2026; reopens May 19. Receiving minimal maintenance this season. Firewood for the wood stove is not guaranteed. Pack out all trash.
Wind Advisory issued September 19 at 6:13PM AKDT until September 20 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Admiralty Island, Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait, City and Borough of Juneau, City and Borough of Sitka, Eastern Chichagof Island, Glacier Bay, and Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM AKDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds increase Saturday night, reaching peak intensity early Sunday morning, persisting through Sunday afternoon.
From Recreation.gov
Be advised this facility will receive minimal maintenance this year. If this facility has an oil stove please use clean #1 heating oil or kerosene to limit problems with operation. If this facility has a wood stove it is not guaranteed wood will be available. Please help us maintain this site for all to enjoy by packing out all garbage and leaving it cleaner than you found it. Report problems to the Petersburg Ranger District: 907-772-5869.
About
West Point Cabin sits near the mouth of Portage Bay on Kupreanof Island, just around the point from Fredrick Sound. Built in 1994, this modified A-frame structure offers a tranquil base for exploring one of Southeast Alaska's premier whale-watching areas. The waters of Fredrick Sound and Stephens Passage serve as primary feeding grounds for migratory humpback whales. The cabin provides two single bunks and a large sleeping loft accommodating up to seven guests. Amenities include a wood stove for heating, wooden table and benches, cooking counter, axe/maul, and a mooring buoy for boat anchorage. The surrounding terrain features mixed spruce and hemlock forest with large expanses of gravel beach ideal for hiking. Anglers can target king salmon in May and June, coho from August through September, and halibut in Fredrick Sound. Hunting is permitted per state and federal regulations. Be aware this is extremely remote wilderness; black bears and deer inhabit the area, and visitors should practice bear safety and prepare for rapidly changing weather conditions.
Directions
Located near the mouth of Portage Bay on the north end of Kupreanof Island, 18 miles by float plane or 24 miles by boat from Petersburg. Float plane or boat access is tide-dependent. Refer to USGS topographic maps Sumdum A4, Sumdum A5, Petersburg D4, and Petersburg D5.
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 | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 772-3871 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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