Winter Harbor 3 Sided Shelter
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations available.
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
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.
About
Winter Harbor 3 Sided Shelter is a remote backcountry facility located in Winter Harbor on the west coast of Prince of Wales Island within Tongass National Forest. The shelter is situated near the south entrance to Tuxekan Passage, approximately 66 miles northwest of Ketchikan and 15 miles north-northwest of Klawock. This three-sided Adirondack-style shelter provides basic protection from Southeast Alaska's wet weather while allowing visitors to experience the remote coastal environment. Like other USFS shelters in the Tongass, it offers a simple structure where campers can pitch a tent or set up sleeping gear while having some protection from rain and wind. The shelter serves boaters, kayakers, and floatplane visitors exploring the remote west coast of Prince of Wales Island. Access to Winter Harbor is limited to boat, kayak, or floatplane due to its remote location. The area is characterized by temperate rainforest, rugged coastline, and the pristine wilderness typical of the Tongass National Forest. Visitors should be prepared for backcountry conditions and bring all necessary supplies, as no amenities are provided beyond the basic shelter structure.
Directions
Located in Winter Harbor on the west coast of Prince of Wales Island, near the south entrance to Tuxekan Passage. Access is by boat, kayak, or floatplane only. Approximately 66 miles northwest of Ketchikan and 15 miles north-northwest of Klawock.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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