Bakewell Lake Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK, AK

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Bakewell Lake Cabin is located on the mainland, near the Bakewell Arm of Smeaton Bay. It is within the Misty Fjords National Monument Wilderness and is an ideal retreat for families with kids or anyone who enjoys relaxing days on the beach. The cabin also offers the chance to enjoy a variety of recreational activities and sightseeing year-round.

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/bakewell-lake-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

This wilderness cabin in Misty Fjords National Monument offers year-round access to remote beach relaxation and diverse recreational activities including fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing within a designated Wilderness area.

Wildlife alert: White-crowned Sparrows present in the area; also note Boreal Toads and vegetation including Rose Spirea and Twinflower in the surrounding ecosystem.

Insider tips for Bakewell Lake Cabin: Book well in advance — only 1 site available at this federal campground Access requires float plane or boat + 2-mile canoe/kayak paddle into Smeaton Bay; plan transportation accordingly Helicopter access is illegal in this Wilderness area; stick to approved float plane or water-based access methods

Skip Bakewell Lake Cabin if: You need vehicle or traditional hookup access — no hookups at this site and access is by float plane or boat only. You require easy logistics — remote mainland location 40 air miles east of Ketchikan with multi-leg journey required.

Best time to visit Bakewell Lake Cabin: Year-round — Official listing indicates year-round operation, though booking early is critical as this is a federal campground with only 1 site.

Nearby campgrounds: Hugh Smith Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Winstanley Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Wilson Narrows Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Winstanley Island Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bakewell Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Bakewell Lake 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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Bakewell Lake Cabin

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KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK, AK★ 4 (0 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Bakewell Lake Cabin is located on the mainland, near the Bakewell Arm of Smeaton Bay. It is within the Misty Fjords National Monument Wilderness and is an ideal retreat for families with kids or anyone who enjoys relaxing days on the beach. The cabin also offers the chance to enjoy a variety of recreational activities and sightseeing year-round.

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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 vehicle or traditional hookup access — no hookups at this site and access is by float plane or boat only✕ You require easy logistics — remote mainland location 40 air miles east of Ketchikan with multi-leg journey required

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book well in advance

only 1 site available at this federal campground

Access requires float plane or boat + 2-mile canoe/kayak paddle into Smeaton Bay; plan transportation accordingly

Helicopter access is illegal in this Wilderness area; stick to approved float plane or water-based access methods

Best: Year-round

Official listing indicates year-round operation, though booking early is critical as this is a federal campground with only 1 site

Things to do nearby

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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: White-crowned Sparrows present in the area; also note Boreal Toads and vegetation including Rose Spirea and Twinflower in the surrounding ecosystem.

Location

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The cabin is approximately 40 air miles east of Ketchikan on the mainland south of the Bakewell Arm of Smeaton Bay. Accessible by float plane, or by mooring boat in Smeaton Bay and canoeing 2 miles to the cabin. This cabin is in a designated Wilderness area, and access by helicopter is illegal. There is no mooring buoy at the Bakewell Lake trailhead. Refer to USGS topographic map, Ketchikan B-2. In fall, winter and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface (float pla

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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 Bakewell Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Bakewell Lake Cabin costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Bakewell Lake Cabin open?+
Bakewell Lake Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Bakewell Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Bakewell Lake Cabin?+
Bakewell Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Bakewell Lake Cabin?+
Bakewell Lake 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 Bakewell Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bakewell Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Bakewell Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Bakewell Lake Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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$60 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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