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Alava Bay Cabin

Tongass National Forest — ocean access, fishing, hiking

Location: KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK, AK

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 3.4 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Alava Bay Cabin was built in 1974 and sits on Revillagigedo Island on the southwest side of Alava Bay. This secluded retreat is open year-round and offers opportunities for relaxation, sightseeing and a variety of recreational activities within the Misty Fjords National Monument Wilderness. The site can be accessed by floatplane, boat or kayak, depending on conditions.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/alava-bay-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Nearby campgrounds: Fish Creek Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Ella Narrows Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Winstanley Island Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Winstanley Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Alava Bay Cabin

Cell signal at Alava Bay Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK, AK★ 3.4 (7 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Alava Bay Cabin was built in 1974 and sits on Revillagigedo Island on the southwest side of Alava Bay. This secluded retreat is open year-round and offers opportunities for relaxation, sightseeing and a variety of recreational activities within the Misty Fjords National Monument Wilderness. The site can be accessed by floatplane, boat or kayak, depending on conditions.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonYear-round
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups.
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFirewood for Sale
    Family & Pets
    Electric Hookups

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Location

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    907-225-2148· Tongass National Forest
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    The cabin is approximately 20 air miles southeast of Ketchikan on Revillagigedo Island. Accessible by floatplane, kayak or boat with mooring buoy. Navigation is challenging due to tides, merging currents and open ocean waters. Please check tide tables in advance. Refer to USGS Ketchikan A-4.

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Tongass National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Tongass National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Alava Bay Cabin cost per night?+
    Alava Bay Cabin costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Alava Bay Cabin open?+
    Alava Bay Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Alava Bay Cabin have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Alava Bay Cabin?+
    Alava Bay Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Alava Bay Cabin?+
    Alava Bay Cabin is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Alava Bay Cabin?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Alava Bay Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Alava Bay Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
    Alava Bay Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $60 /night★ 3.4 (7)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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