Winstanley Island Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations. Accessible by float plane or boat only; helicopter access is prohibited in this Wilderness area.
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
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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