Kegan Cove Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: CRAIG, AK, AK

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Kegan Cove Cabin offers visitors recreation, relaxation and a unique lodging experience on Prince of Wales Island in southeastern Alaska. The remote site provides a scenic setting for fishing, hiking, beachcombing and wildlife viewing, all within the vicinity of the cabin. The site is accessible by boat or float plane at high tide.

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/kegan-cove-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Kegan Cove Cabin offers a remote and scenic lodging experience on Prince of Wales Island with opportunities for fishing, hiking, beachcombing, and wildlife viewing. The cabin is accessible by boat or float plane and provides a unique Alaskan wilderness setting.

Insider tips for Kegan Cove Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Access requires boat or float plane at high tide; plan travel arrangements in advance Check local tide reports before visiting — access is tide-dependent

Skip Kegan Cove Cabin if: You require hookups — no hookups available at this site. You cannot arrange your own boat or float plane transportation. You are visiting outside May through October seasonal window.

Best time to visit Kegan Cove Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Kegan Creek Cabin (CRAIG, AK), Phocena Bay Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Josephine Lake Cabin (CRAIG, AK), Trollers Cove Cabin (CRAIG, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Kegan Cove Cabin

Cell signal at Kegan Cove Cabin (CRAIG, 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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CRAIG, AK, AK★ 4 (3 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Kegan Cove Cabin offers visitors recreation, relaxation and a unique lodging experience on Prince of Wales Island in southeastern Alaska. The remote site provides a scenic setting for fishing, hiking, beachcombing and wildlife viewing, all within the vicinity of the cabin. The site is accessible by boat or float plane at high tide.

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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.
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 require hookups — no hookups available at this site✕ You cannot arrange your own boat or float plane transportation✕ You are visiting outside May through October seasonal window

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Access requires boat or float plane at high tide; plan travel arrangements in advance

Check local tide reports before visiting

access is tide-dependent

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

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.

Location

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Access to Kegan Cove Cabin is by boat or float plane at high tide. The trip is 51 air miles from Craig, and 30 air miles from Ketchikan. Click here for local tide report information. A mooring buoy in the bay is available on first-come, first-served basis. Mooring of more than one vessel allowed if first party there agrees. Inclement weather conditions may cause extended stays during any time of the year and winter access can be difficult due to snow and ice conditions. Guests should bring extra

Campground entrance

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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 Kegan Cove Cabin cost per night?+
Kegan Cove Cabin costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Kegan Cove Cabin open?+
Kegan Cove Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Kegan Cove Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Kegan Cove Cabin?+
Kegan Cove Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Kegan Cove Cabin?+
Kegan Cove 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 Kegan Cove Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Kegan Cove Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Kegan Cove Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Kegan Cove Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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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)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Kegan Creek Cabin

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Josephine Lake Cabin

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From $25/night

Trollers Cove Cabin

CRAIG, AK

From $25/night

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