Young Lake South Cabin
Open — Open year-round for reservations. Float plane access may be limited or impossible during fall, winter, and early spring when the lake surface is frozen. The lake is normally ice-free from mid-May through November.
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
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Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
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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
Young Lake South Cabin provides a remote wilderness lodging experience in the Kootznoowoo Wilderness on Admiralty Island National Monument within the Tongass National Forest. This pan-abode style cedar log cabin sits in a forested area 50 feet back from the south end of Young Lake at 320 feet elevation. The one-room cabin sleeps 4-6 people on wooden bunks without mattresses and is equipped with a table, benches, cooking counter, shelves, an oil heating stove, and an outside pit toilet. The cabin is accessible only by floatplane, approximately 15-20 minutes from Juneau. The lake is normally ice-free from mid-May through November, but may be inaccessible during fall, winter, and early spring when the lake surface freezes. A skiff with oars is provided at the cabin for exploring the lake and fishing. Guests may bring small outboard motors under 10 horsepower per wilderness regulations. Young Lake offers excellent fishing for cutthroat trout, dolly varden, and coho salmon. The Admiralty Cove-Young Lake trail begins at the cabin and extends 4.5 miles to Admiralty Cabin, following relatively flat terrain along creeks. Brown bears frequent the area, especially during salmon runs from July through August. The remote wilderness setting provides opportunities for wildlife viewing including Sitka black-tailed deer and bald eagles, berry picking, and experiencing the dense spruce and hemlock forests characteristic of the Tongass.
Directions
Access by floatplane only from Juneau, approximately 15-20 minute flight. Alternative hiking access via 5.8-mile trail from Admiralty Cove. Helicopter access is prohibited in this designated Wilderness area. Refer to USGS topographic map Juneau A-2.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| 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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