Freds Creek Cabin
Tongass National Forest — ocean access, hiking
Location: SITKA, AK, AK
Price: From $60 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (7 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Fred’s Creek Cabin is located 10 miles west of Sitka on the southeastern shore of Kruzof Island and is available year round, weather permitting. Its proximity to a creek and a hiking trail that leads to the cone of a dormant volcano makes the cabin an excellent base to experience and explore this beautiful area in Alaska. The cabin can be accessed by boat, though erratic waves on Kruzof Island can make landings difficult.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables
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Fred's Creek Cabin offers year-round access to a remote Alaskan wilderness experience on Kruzof Island, with proximity to a hiking trail leading to a dormant volcano cone and nearby creek for exploration.
Wildlife alert: Bowhead Whale, North American River Otter, Bald Eagle, Rhinoceros Auklet, Baird's Sandpiper, Pacific Loon
Insider tips for Freds Creek Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 site Access is 30 minutes by boat from Sitka; erratic waves on Kruzof Island can make landings difficult Helicopter landing on beach is possible at low tide as alternative access
Skip Freds Creek Cabin if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You require reliable access — weather-dependent and erratic water conditions can affect boat landings.
Best time to visit Freds Creek Cabin: Year-round — Cabin available year-round, weather permitting.
Nearby campgrounds: Brents Beach Cabin (SITKA, AK), Shelikof Cabin (SITKA, AK), North Beach Cabin (SITKA, AK), Starrigavan Campground And Day Use (SITKA, AK).
Cell Phone Coverage at Freds Creek Cabin
Cell signal at Freds Creek Cabin (SITKA, 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.
Fred’s Creek Cabin is located 10 miles west of Sitka on the southeastern shore of Kruzof Island and is available year round, weather permitting. Its proximity to a creek and a hiking trail that leads to the cone of a dormant volcano makes the cabin an excellent base to experience and explore this beautiful area in Alaska. The cabin can be accessed by boat, though erratic waves on Kruzof Island can make landings difficult.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 1 site
Access is 30 minutes by boat from Sitka; erratic waves on Kruzof Island can make landings difficult
Helicopter landing on beach is possible at low tide as alternative access
Cabin available year-round, weather permitting
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Accessible year round, weather permitting. Located 10 miles west of Sitka on the southeast shore of Kruzof Island. Access is 30 minutes by boat from Sitka. Helicopter landing on beach is possible at lower tides. Refer to USGS topographic maps Sitka A-5, A-6. Local wave action on the beach may make landing dangerous or impossible. Please consult local tide tables . It is recommended that boaters avoid approaching the beach and unloading while the tide is turning. Inexperienced boaters or out-of-t
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- 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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