Fish Creek Cabin
Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: KETCHIKAN, AK, AK
Price: From $65 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (7 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Fish Creek Cabin is located on Revillagigedo Island, at the confluence of freshwater Fish Creek and saltwater Thorne Arm. The rustic, secluded retreat is available year-round for relaxation, sightseeing and recreation. The site can be accessed by float plane, boat or kayak, depending on conditions.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing
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Fish Creek Cabin offers a rustic, secluded year-round retreat on Revillagigedo Island with excellent fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Google reviewers consistently gave 5-star ratings, praising the cabin's condition and spectacular scenery.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear and Sitka Black-tailed Deer present in the area
Insider tips for Fish Creek Cabin: Book early as a federal campground with limited availability Saltwater mooring buoy available on first-come, first-served basis Access by float plane, boat, or kayak depending on conditions — arrange your own transportation
Skip Fish Creek Cabin if: You require electric hookups or standard campground amenities — no hookups at this site. You cannot arrange your own float plane or boat access. You are uncomfortable bringing your own supplies and amenities.
Best time to visit Fish Creek Cabin: Year-round — Cabin is available year-round for relaxation, sightseeing and recreation.
Nearby campgrounds: Ella Narrows Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Alava Bay Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Winstanley Island Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Manzanita Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK).
Cell Phone Coverage at Fish Creek Cabin
Cell signal at Fish Creek Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Fish Creek Cabin is located on Revillagigedo Island, at the confluence of freshwater Fish Creek and saltwater Thorne Arm. The rustic, secluded retreat is available year-round for relaxation, sightseeing and recreation. The site can be accessed by float plane, boat or kayak, depending on conditions.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as a federal campground with limited availability
Saltwater mooring buoy available on first-come, first-served basis
Access by float plane, boat, or kayak depending on conditions
arrange your own transportation
Cabin is available year-round for relaxation, sightseeing and recreation
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
The cabin is located approximately 20 air miles from Ketchikan, at the North end of Thorne Arm. Accessible by float plane or boat. A saltwater mooring buoy is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Refer to USGS topographic map for Ketchikan B-4, and check local tide tables if navigating a boat or kayak in saltwater.
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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.
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