Anchor Pass Cabin

Tongass National Forest — ocean access, fishing

Location: KETCHIKAN, AK, AK

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Anchor Pass Cabin is open year-round and serves as a halfway point for those traveling around Revillagigedo Island. This secluded retreat sits on the mainland across from the east end of Bell Island, offering scenic views and myriad recreational opportunities. 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/anchor-pass-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Anchor Pass Cabin is a remote, year-round wilderness retreat 50 air miles north of Ketchikan with mooring buoys and excellent fishing access. It's ideal for boaters and kayakers seeking a secluded base for exploring Revillagigedo Island.

Wildlife alert: Dall's Porpoise and Barrow's Goldeneye frequent the area; Western Toads present in the region.

Insider tips for Anchor Pass Cabin: Book early — federal campground with only 1 site and high demand A mooring buoy is available first-come-first-serve; arrive early if accessing by boat Plan your own transportation: floatplane, boat, or kayak required; campground does not arrange access

Skip Anchor Pass Cabin if: You need electrical hookups — no hookups available at this site. You lack your own water/transportation — visitors are responsible for bringing amenities and arranging access. You want walk-up camping — remote location requires floatplane, boat, or kayak access only.

Best time to visit Anchor Pass Cabin: Year-round — Campground operates year-round according to official data.

Nearby campgrounds: Eagle Lake Cabin (WRANGELL, AK), Reflection Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Plenty Cutthroat Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Blind Pass Cabin (KETCHIKAN/TONGASS, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Anchor Pass Cabin

Cell signal at Anchor Pass Cabin (KETCHIKAN, 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, AK, AK★ 4 (3 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Anchor Pass Cabin is open year-round and serves as a halfway point for those traveling around Revillagigedo Island. This secluded retreat sits on the mainland across from the east end of Bell Island, offering scenic views and myriad recreational opportunities. 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.
Skip it if:✕ You need electrical hookups — no hookups available at this site✕ You lack your own water/transportation — visitors are responsible for bringing amenities and arranging access✕ You want walk-up camping — remote location requires floatplane, boat, or kayak access only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with only 1 site and high demand

A mooring buoy is available first-come-first-serve; arrive early if accessing by boat

Plan your own transportation: floatplane, boat, or kayak required; campground does not arrange access

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round according to official data

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.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Dall's Porpoise and Barrow's Goldeneye frequent the area; Western Toads present in the region.

Location

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The cabin is approximately 50 air miles north of Ketchikan, located on the mainland shore of Anchor Pass across from the east end of Bell Island. It is accessible by floatplane or by boat. A mooring buoy is provided at the site on a first come-first serve basis. Refer to USGS Ketchikan D-5 and check tide charts to determine best times for arrival and departure.

Campground entrance

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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

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How much does Anchor Pass Cabin cost per night?+
Anchor Pass Cabin costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Anchor Pass Cabin open?+
Anchor Pass Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Anchor Pass Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Anchor Pass Cabin?+
Anchor Pass Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Anchor Pass Cabin?+
Anchor Pass 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 Anchor Pass Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Anchor Pass Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Anchor Pass Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Anchor Pass Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$60 /night★ 4 (3)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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