Patching Lake Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: KETCHIKAN, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Patching Lake Cabin sits on the north end of Patching Lake near the inlet of the Naha River 20 miles from Ketchikan, Alaska. The cabin is open year-round and makes an excellent base for experiencing this corner of Alaska with its recreation options and abundant wildlife. The cabin is remote and accessible only by float plane, depending on conditions.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Remote cabin on Patching Lake offering year-round access to excellent fishing and wildlife viewing in pristine Alaska wilderness. Visitors praise the big trout fishing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Sitka Black-tailed Deer, Bald Eagle, Bonaparte's Gull, and American Dipper present in the area

Insider tips for Patching Lake Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Arrange float plane transportation in advance as it is the only access method Bring all supplies including firewood as cabin is remote and primitive

Skip Patching Lake Cabin if: You need electricity or indoor plumbing - this is a primitive cabin with no utilities. You require cell phone coverage - none available at this location. You cannot arrange your own float plane transportation.

Best time to visit Patching Lake Cabin: Year-round — Cabin is open year-round according to RIDB official description.

Nearby campgrounds: Heckman Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Jordan Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Southeast Heckman Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Plenty Cutthroat Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Patching Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Patching Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN, 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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KETCHIKAN, AK, AK★ 5 (2 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Patching Lake Cabin sits on the north end of Patching Lake near the inlet of the Naha River 20 miles from Ketchikan, Alaska. The cabin is open year-round and makes an excellent base for experiencing this corner of Alaska with its recreation options and abundant wildlife. The cabin is remote and accessible only by float plane, depending on conditions.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Drinking WaterFirewood for Sale

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 need electricity or indoor plumbing - this is a primitive cabin with no utilities✕ You require cell phone coverage - none available at this location✕ You cannot arrange your own float plane transportation

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Arrange float plane transportation in advance as it is the only access method

Bring all supplies including firewood as cabin is remote and primitive

Best: Year-round

Cabin is open year-round according to RIDB official description

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: American Black Bear, Sitka Black-tailed Deer, Bald Eagle, Bonaparte's Gull, and American Dipper present in the area

Location

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Approximately 20 miles north of Ketchikan, Alaska, on the north end of Patching Lake near the inlet of the Naha River. Access is by float plane only. Refer to USGS Ketchikan C-5. In fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface (float planes cannot land). Please contact the Ketchikan-Misty Fjords Ranger District for information prior to making reservations during these periods.

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 Patching Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Patching Lake Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Patching Lake Cabin open?+
Patching Lake Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Patching Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Patching Lake Cabin?+
Patching Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Patching Lake Cabin?+
Patching Lake 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 Patching Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Patching Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Patching Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Patching Lake Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
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
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$45 /night★ 5 (2)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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