Description
Barrier-free modified A-frame cabin with wheelchair-accessible wooden access walkway and outhouse.
Facilities
2 single bunks, Large sleeping loft, Woodstove, Wood table and benches, Cooking counter, Pit-type outhouse, Mooring Buoy. Water available from small stream 1/2 mile west of cabin. Treat all water before using.
Capacity
6
Area
Portage Bay on Kupreanof Island
Location
Mouth of Portage Bay on Kupreanof Island.
Access
18 miles (29 km) by float plane or 24 miles (39 km) by boat from Petersburg
Terrain
Flat with mixed spruce and hemlock forest. Large expanses of gravel beach.
Special Features
Boat ramp, cabin outhouse, and access wheelchair accessible. Excellent beach hiking. Black bear, waterfowl, humpback whales in area. King salmon, coho salmon and halibut fishing in Frederick Sound.
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, fire starter and rubber boots. It's a good idea to bring your own water.
Rowboat
No
Stove
Wood (supplied but not guaranteed)
More Info
Stove works well for heating, cooking. Strong tidal currents near cabin.
USGS Topo Map
Sumdum A-4, A-5, Petersburg D-5, D-4
Rental Fee
$50 / night
