Gut Island 1 Cabin

Tongass National Forest — riverside

Location: WRANGELL, AK, AK

Price: From $40 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Gut Island Cabins provide a basecamp for exploring the Stikine River tideflats. The tideflats provide for a different experience from the usual rainforest setting of Southeast Alaska and offer opportunities for paddling, wildlife watching and hunting. Gut Island 1 Cabin was built in 1982 and is the newest of two cabins on-site, which are a few hundred feet apart and connected by a trail.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Bear Boxes, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/gut-island-1-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Gut Island 1 Cabin provides a unique basecamp for exploring the Stikine River tideflats with opportunities for paddling, wildlife watching, and hunting in the Stikine-LeConte Wilderness.

Wildlife alert: North American River Otter, Harbor Seal, Moose, and Pacific Harbor Seal present in the area

Insider tips for Gut Island 1 Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Cabin is 12 miles from Wrangell by float plane or 7 miles from the south end boat ramp Two cabins on-site connected by trail, built in 1982

Skip Gut Island 1 Cabin if: You require hookups — no hookups available at this site. You need access outside May through October seasonal window.

Best time to visit Gut Island 1 Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Gut Island 2 Cabin (WRANGELL, AK), Little Dry Island Cabin (WRANGELL, AK), Koknuk Cabin (WRANGELL, AK), Sergief Island Cabin (WRANGELL, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Gut Island 1 Cabin

Cell signal at Gut Island 1 Cabin (WRANGELL, AK): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.

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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WRANGELL, AK, AK★ 4 (0 reviews)From $40/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Gut Island Cabins provide a basecamp for exploring the Stikine River tideflats. The tideflats provide for a different experience from the usual rainforest setting of Southeast Alaska and offer opportunities for paddling, wildlife watching and hunting. Gut Island 1 Cabin was built in 1982 and is the newest of two cabins on-site, which are a few hundred feet apart and connected by a trail.

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Verified facts

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

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsBear Boxes
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Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Electric Hookups

Straight talk

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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 access outside May through October seasonal window

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Cabin is 12 miles from Wrangell by float plane or 7 miles from the south end boat ramp

Two cabins on-site connected by trail, built in 1982

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: North American River Otter, Harbor Seal, Moose, and Pacific Harbor Seal present in the area

Location

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The Gut Island Cabins are located on Gut Island, adjacent to the western tip of Farm Island, on the Stikine River delta in the Stikine-LeConte Wilderness. The cabin is 12 miles by float plane or shallow draft boat from Wrangell, or 7 miles from the boat ramp on the south end of Mitkof Island. Tides affect access to this cabin. Boat access generally requires a tide of 15 feet, while planes require a tide of 17 feet or higher. It is a short walk to the cabin from the anchorage point. Please consul

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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

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How much does Gut Island 1 Cabin cost per night?+
Gut Island 1 Cabin costs $40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Gut Island 1 Cabin open?+
Gut Island 1 Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Gut Island 1 Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Gut Island 1 Cabin?+
Gut Island 1 Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Gut Island 1 Cabin?+
Gut Island 1 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 Gut Island 1 Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Gut Island 1 Cabin is rated weak. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Gut Island 1 Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Gut Island 1 Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$40 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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