Ella Narrows Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 2 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Ella Narrows Cabin is located on the shore of Ella Lake on eastern Revillagigedo Island. This location is great for families, providing a lot of space for kids to run around. The cabin is open year-round for recreation and relaxation within the Misty Fiords National Monument Wilderness.

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/ella-narrows-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Ella Narrows Cabin offers year-round access to a scenic location on Ella Lake within Misty Fiords National Monument, providing ample space and recreation opportunities including fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Orca, Pacific Harbor Seal, Bald Eagle, Marbled Murrelet, and Fox Sparrow present in the area

Insider tips for Ella Narrows Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Access is by floatplane or boat only; arrange your own transportation Bring your own amenities as guests are responsible for supplies

Skip Ella Narrows Cabin if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this site. You cannot arrange private floatplane or boat access. You prefer developed campgrounds with full services.

Best time to visit Ella Narrows Cabin: Year-round — Cabin is open year-round for recreation and relaxation.

Nearby campgrounds: Manzanita Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Fish Creek Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Winstanley Island Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Checats Lake Cabin (KETCHICAN/MISTY, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Ella Narrows Cabin

Cell signal at Ella Narrows 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★ 2 (1 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Ella Narrows Cabin is located on the shore of Ella Lake on eastern Revillagigedo Island. This location is great for families, providing a lot of space for kids to run around. The cabin is open year-round for recreation and relaxation within the Misty Fiords National Monument Wilderness.

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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 private floatplane or boat access✕ You prefer developed campgrounds with full services

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Access is by floatplane or boat only; arrange your own transportation

Bring your own amenities as guests are responsible for supplies

Best: Year-round

Cabin is open year-round for recreation and relaxation

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
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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: American Black Bear, Orca, Pacific Harbor Seal, Bald Eagle, Marbled Murrelet, and Fox Sparrow present in the area

Location

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The cabin is approximately 24 air miles northeast of Ketchikan on Revillagigedo Island on the north end of Ella Lake. Access is by floatplane or boat. Refer to USGS Ketchikan C-4 and B-4. In fall, winter and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface (floatplanes cannot land). Please contact the Ketchikan Misty Fjords Ranger District for information prior to making reservations during these periods.

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 Ella Narrows Cabin cost per night?+
Ella Narrows Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Ella Narrows Cabin open?+
Ella Narrows Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Ella Narrows Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Ella Narrows Cabin?+
Ella Narrows Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Ella Narrows Cabin?+
Ella Narrows 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 Ella Narrows Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Ella Narrows Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Ella Narrows Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Ella Narrows 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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$45 /night★ 2 (1)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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