Davidof Lake Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: SITKA, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Davidof Lake Cabin is situated in a forested area off Davidof Lake in the Tongass National Forest, approximately 40 air miles southeast of Sitka, Alaska. The A-frame cabin makes a wonderful base for a backcountry experience. The site is remote and can be accessed by float plane only, weather permitting.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

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

Remote A-frame cabin in Tongass National Forest offering excellent fishing and berry picking in a pristine backcountry setting. Accessible early June through October via float plane, approximately 35 minutes from Sitka.

Wildlife alert: Red-necked Phalarope and Least Sandpiper documented in the area

Insider tips for Davidof Lake Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site Bring your own dry wood - do not rely on finding it on-site Arrange float plane transportation in advance; 35-minute flight from Sitka, weather permitting

Skip Davidof Lake Cabin if: You cannot arrange private float plane access. You require hookups or developed amenities. Weather delays or cancellations would disrupt your plans.

Best time to visit Davidof Lake Cabin: June-October — Official accessibility window; early June marks the start of accessible season.

Nearby campgrounds: Plotnikof Lake Cabin (SITKA, AK), Avoss Lake Cabin (SITKA, AK), Sevenfathom Bay Cabin (SITKA, AK), Kanga Bay Cabin (SITKA, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Davidof Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Davidof Lake Cabin (SITKA, 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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SITKA, AK, AK★ 4 (0 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Davidof Lake Cabin is situated in a forested area off Davidof Lake in the Tongass National Forest, approximately 40 air miles southeast of Sitka, Alaska. The A-frame cabin makes a wonderful base for a backcountry experience. The site is remote and can be accessed by float plane only, weather permitting.

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Verified facts

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

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

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 cannot arrange private float plane access✕ You require hookups or developed amenities✕ Weather delays or cancellations would disrupt your plans

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site

Bring your own dry wood - do not rely on finding it on-site

Arrange float plane transportation in advance; 35-minute flight from Sitka, weather permitting

Best: June-October

Official accessibility window; early June marks the start of accessible season

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: Red-necked Phalarope and Least Sandpiper documented in the area

Location

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907-747-6671· Tongass National Forest
Getting there →

Accessible early June through October. Located 40 air miles southeast of Sitka, east of Whale Bay, within South Baranof Wilderness Area. Access is by float plane only, and takes 35 minutes from Sitka. For geographic features surrounding cabin, refer to USGS topographic map Port Alexander C-3.

Campground entrance

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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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 Davidof Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Davidof Lake Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Davidof Lake Cabin open?+
Davidof Lake Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Davidof Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Davidof Lake Cabin?+
Davidof Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Davidof Lake Cabin?+
Davidof 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 Davidof Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Davidof Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Davidof Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Davidof Lake Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$45 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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