White Sulphur Springs Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations, weather permitting. Boat access required. The facility will receive minimal maintenance this year; firewood and splitting maul may be unavailable.
From Recreation.gov
Be advised this facility will receive minimal maintenance this year. Firewood and splitting maul may be unavailable. Plan accordingly and do not cut green trees. 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 Sitka Ranger District: 907-747-6671.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 28 at 10:51PM AKST until March 2 at 9:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN PANHANDLE SNOW SATURDAY WITH POTENTIAL FOR MORE SNOW SUNDAY... Steady snowfall continues across a majority of the panhandle and will continue as the low moves into the eastern gulf through Saturday night before beginning to diminish. South to southwest winds are causing temperatures to warm over the southern outer coast with precipitation becoming a mix or changing to all rain. Through Saturday night, snow will end on the NW side of the low, from Sitka to Juneau and northward. Moisture will decrease overnight Saturday across the south, but then redevelop on Sunday as another system moves in. The rain/snow line will likely hover in vicinity of Sumner Strait Sunday into Monday with additional heavy snow expected for the Petersburg and Wrangell areas and lighter snow northward. A separate low pressure system looks to affect the region on Tuesday with potential for snow to push northward once again. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...City and Borough of Sitka and Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.
About
White Sulphur Springs Cabin sits on the northern shore of Bertha Bay, 65 miles northwest of Sitka on Chichagof Island within the West Chichagof-Yakobi Wilderness Area. This newly built (2012) 12' x 14' Pan Abode style cabin accommodates up to 4 people with plywood bunks, a table with benches, and a wood stove for heat. The cabin overlooks beautiful North Pacific views with breakers crashing on nearby rocky cliffs, surrounded by spruce and hemlock forest. The natural warm springs bathhouse, located approximately 50 feet from the cabin, has been re-opened following temporary stabilization and is expected to remain safe for use for 3-5 years. Cabin reservations do not include exclusive use of the warm springs, and visitors should expect other users at any time. The area offers excellent opportunities for fishing, hiking, photography, and wildlife viewing. Brown bears frequent the area. Access is boat-only to Mirror Harbor, where the 0.9-mile White Sulphur Springs Trail begins. The fairly level trail parallels Bertha Bay to the cabin. Local knowledge is recommended for anchoring in Mirror Harbor, though anchorage is also possible in Porcupine Bay requiring a skiff ride to the cabin. Lake Elfendahl and Lake Morris are about a 2-hour hike away, and marked trails lead to Mirror Harbor and Sea Level Slough.
Directions
Located 65 miles northwest of Sitka on Chichagof Island within the West Chichagof-Yakobi Wilderness Area. Boat access only. Anchorage possible in Mirror Harbor (local knowledge recommended) or Porcupine Bay. From Mirror Harbor, hike the 0.9-mile White Sulphur Springs Trail to the cabin. The fairly level trail parallels Bertha Bay. Consult local tide tables before departing. Refer to USGS topographic maps Sitka D-8 and D-7.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| SM.FS.r10_sitka_rd@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 747-6671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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