Florence Lake (East) Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: JUNEAU, AK, AK

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Florence Lake (East) Cabin offers guests recreation, relaxation and a unique wilderness lodging experience on the western side of Admiralty Island in the Tongass National Forest. The remote site offers a scenic setting for fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing, all within the vicinity of the cabin. Access to the cabin is float plane only.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Florence Lake (East) Cabin offers a unique wilderness lodging experience on Admiralty Island in the Tongass National Forest with scenic settings for fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.

Wildlife alert: Moose

Insider tips for Florence Lake (East) Cabin: Access is float plane only—about 30 minutes from Juneau; arrange your own transportation Book early as a federal campground with limited availability Bring your own amenities as this is a remote wilderness cabin

Skip Florence Lake (East) Cabin if: You require hookups—no hookups available at this site. You need ground transportation—float plane access only. You're visiting outside May-October season when cabin may be inaccessible.

Best time to visit Florence Lake (East) Cabin: May-October — Official operating season; cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface in fall, winter, and early spring.

Nearby campgrounds: Kathleen Lake Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Little Shaheen Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Hasselborg Creek Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Lake Alexander Cabin (JUNEAU, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Florence Lake (East) Cabin

Cell signal at Florence Lake (East) Cabin (JUNEAU, 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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JUNEAU, AK, AK★ 4.3 (3 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Florence Lake (East) Cabin offers guests recreation, relaxation and a unique wilderness lodging experience on the western side of Admiralty Island in the Tongass National Forest. The remote site offers a scenic setting for fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing, all within the vicinity of the cabin. Access to the cabin is float plane only.

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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.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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 require hookups—no hookups available at this site✕ You need ground transportation—float plane access only✕ You're visiting outside May-October season when cabin may be inaccessible

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Access is float plane only

about 30 minutes from Juneau; arrange your own transportation

Book early as a federal campground with limited availability

Bring your own amenities as this is a remote wilderness cabin

Best: May-October

Official operating season; cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface in fall, winter, and early spring

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: Moose

Location

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Access to the cabin is by float plane. It is about a 30-minute flight from Juneau. In fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface (float planes cannot land). The lake is normally ice free from mid-May through November. Refer to USGS topographic map Sitka D-2, D-3. Click here for information about reaching Forest Service Cabins.

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 Florence Lake (East) Cabin cost per night?+
Florence Lake (East) Cabin costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Florence Lake (East) Cabin open?+
Florence Lake (East) Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Florence Lake (East) Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Florence Lake (East) Cabin?+
Florence Lake (East) Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Florence Lake (East) Cabin?+
Florence Lake (East) 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 Florence Lake (East) Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Florence Lake (East) Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Florence Lake (East) Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Florence Lake (East) Cabin is open May through October. 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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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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$35 /night★ 4.3 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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