Blind Pass Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: KETCHIKAN/TONGASS, AK, AK

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Blind Pass Cabin sits on the northwest shore of Hassler Island, on Blind Pass. This secluded retreat is open year-round and makes an ideal base camp for exploring the various bays and inlets in the northern Behm Canal area. The site can be accessed by float plane, 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/blind-pass-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Blind Pass Cabin is a secluded year-round retreat on Hassler Island ideal for exploring northern Behm Canal's bays and inlets. The area is noted for king salmon runs into the Unuk River.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Brown Bear, Harbor Seal, Bald Eagle, and Short-billed Gull present in the area

Insider tips for Blind Pass Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Arrange your own transportation via float plane, boat, or kayak as access is water/air-dependent Firewood is available for sale on-site

Skip Blind Pass Cabin if: You need hookups - no hookups available at this site. You cannot arrange your own transportation to the remote location. You are not prepared to bring your own amenities.

Best time to visit Blind Pass Cabin: Year-round — Cabin is open year-round according to RIDB official description.

Nearby campgrounds: Mcdonald Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Reflection Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Plenty Cutthroat Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Anchor Pass Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Blind Pass Cabin

Cell signal at Blind Pass Cabin (KETCHIKAN/TONGASS, 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/TONGASS, AK, AK★ 5 (4 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Blind Pass Cabin sits on the northwest shore of Hassler Island, on Blind Pass. This secluded retreat is open year-round and makes an ideal base camp for exploring the various bays and inlets in the northern Behm Canal area. The site can be accessed by float plane, 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 hookups - no hookups available at this site✕ You cannot arrange your own transportation to the remote location✕ You are not prepared to bring your own amenities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Arrange your own transportation via float plane, boat, or kayak as access is water/air-dependent

Firewood is available for sale on-site

Best: Year-round

Cabin is open year-round according to RIDB official description

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

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: American Black Bear, Brown Bear, Harbor Seal, Bald Eagle, and Short-billed Gull present in the area

Location

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The cabin is located approximately 40 air miles north of Ketchikan on the northwest shore of Hassler Island, across from Black Island. Accessible by float plane or by boat. Mooring buoy in front of cabin is first-come, first-serve. Refer to USGS topographic map, Ketchikan D-5, and check local tide tables to determine best times for arrival and departure.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Blind Pass Cabin cost per night?+
Blind Pass Cabin costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Blind Pass Cabin open?+
Blind Pass Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Blind Pass Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Blind Pass Cabin?+
Blind Pass Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Blind Pass Cabin?+
Blind 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 Blind Pass Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Blind Pass Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Blind Pass Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Blind Pass 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
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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★ 5 (4)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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