Description
A-frame cabin with sleeping loft.
Facilities
2 double bunks, Sleeping loft, Wooden table and benches, Oil heater (#1 fuel oil only), Pit-type outhouse. Water is available from a small creek 1/4 mile south of the cabin. Treat all water before using.
Capacity
7
Area
Rocky Pass, Kuiu Island
Location
40 air miles (64 km) or 66 water miles (106 km) from Petersburg; 26 water miles (42 km) from Kake, in Rocky Pass in Keku Strait.
Access
By floatplane or boat from Petersburg or Kake. 16ft tide required for access by plane; expect a 1/2-mile hike if arriving by boat at low tide.
Terrain
Cabin sits on narrow isthmus of land surrounded by tide flats for several miles to the south.
Special Features
Excellent waterfowl resting area. Goose, grouse, seal and bear hunting. Good coho salmon fishing. Kayakers and canoers often find this cabin a welcome haven from inclement weather. Tidal flats a rock hound's paradise.
Season Of Use
Year-round
Managing Agency
Tongass National Forest
What To Bring
Fuel for the oil heater (#1 stove oil or kerosene only), sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking stove, lantern, pots, pans, plates, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, fire extinguisher and fire starter. It's a good idea to bring your own water.
Rowboat
No
Stove
Oil (#1 stove oil)
More Info
Stove is for heating purposes only and burns #1 heating oil. Has brown enamel finish and slightly domed top.
USGS Topo Map
Petersburg C-6, D-6
Rental Fee
$45/night May-Sep; $25/night Oct-Apr
