Winstanley Island Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations. Accessible by float plane or boat only; helicopter access is prohibited in this Wilderness area.
Flood Advisory issued December 29 at 4:11PM AKST until December 30 at 8:45AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
Heavy rain fall Sunday and overnight night has increased runoff into stream and rivers. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Ward Lake near areas near the Ward Lake recreational area. * WHEN...Until 845 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 409 PM AKST, gauge reports indicated heavy rain across the advisory area. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly, especially near Ward Lake. - For Lake Connell Dam: At 3:00pm the stage was 253.25 feet. Flood Stage is 252.0 feet.
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
Winstanley Island Cabin sits on the east side of Behm Canal between Rudyerd and Smeaton Bays within the Misty Fjords National Monument Wilderness, approximately 30 air miles east of Ketchikan. This rustic 12' x 14' cabin, constructed in 2010, offers a primitive wilderness experience surrounded by rugged mountain peaks and dense spruce, hemlock, and cedar forest. The cabin provides an excellent base for exploring Southeast Alaska's dramatic coastline. Scenic attractions including Walker Cove, Chickamin River, Smeaton Bay, New Eddystone Rock, and the entire Behm Canal are within easy boating distance. Adventurous sea kayakers will find Rudyerd Bay makes a rewarding day trip. Saltwater fishing is available around the cabin, and several hiking trails accessible by boat lead to freshwater streams, lakes, and hunting areas including Winstanley Lake, Checats, Ella, Manzanita, and Nooya Lake. The surrounding wilderness supports diverse wildlife including mountain goats, black bears, moose, bald eagles, Dall's porpoise, orcas, humpback whales, sea otters, harbor seals, and numerous seabirds. The cabin is accessible only by float plane or boat, with a mooring buoy provided at the site on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors should consult local tide tables before any boating excursion. As this cabin is located within designated Wilderness, helicopter access is prohibited.
Directions
Located on Winstanley Island approximately 30 air miles east of Ketchikan on the east side of the Behm Canal between Rudyerd and Smeaton Bays. Accessible only by float plane or boat. A mooring buoy is provided at the site on a first-come, first-served basis. Consult local tide tables before departing. Refer to USGS map Ketchikan B-3.
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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 | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 225-2148 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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