Young Lake South Cabin
Open for reservations via Recreation.gov. The lake is typically ice-free from mid-May through November. Float plane access may be impossible during winter months when the lake surface freezes. No current alerts.
Special Weather Statement issued August 11 at 8:35AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
The latest camera imagery and water level data from inside the basin showed a slight drop in water level and this is indicating that water has started to flow over the top of the ice dam a short time ago. Now is the time to finalize your flood preparation for potential flooding impacts along the Mendenhall Lake and River. In the past it has taken up to 6 days for a release to start. The NWS will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed including updating this statement within the next 8 hours so check back on this evolving situation. For more info, visit weather.gov/ajk/suicidebasin.
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…
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 Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) & (b), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails located within and/or administered by the…
About
Young Lake South Cabin offers a true wilderness lodging experience on the northern tip of Admiralty Island in the Tongass National Forest. This primitive Pan Abode cedar log cabin sits under a forested canopy of spruce and hemlock at 320 feet elevation, set back 30 feet from the lake. The one-room cabin sleeps up to 6 in wooden bunks and includes a table, benches, cooking counter, and oil stove for heat. An outhouse is located outside. The lake provides excellent fishing for cutthroat trout, dolly varden, and coho salmon. A skiff with oars is provided for guests; small outboard motors under 10 horsepower are permitted per wilderness regulations. The 4.5-mile Admiralty Cove-Young Lake Trail departs from the cabin, connecting to Admiralty Cove Cabin. This is one of two cabins on Young Lake; the other is Young Lake North Cabin. This is bear country. Brown bears and Sitka black-tailed deer frequent the area, with bear activity highest during salmon runs from July through August. The cabin is located in designated Wilderness; helicopter access is prohibited. Weather can delay float plane pickups by 2-5 days, so guests should pack extra supplies.
Directions
Access by float plane only, approximately 20 minutes from Juneau. The cabin is on the southeast end of Young Lake on Admiralty Island. Helicopter access is prohibited in this designated Wilderness area. In fall, winter, and early spring the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface. USGS topo map: Juneau A-2.
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) 586-8800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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