Plotnikof Lake Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: SITKA, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 1 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Plotnikof Lake Cabin is located on Baranof Island within the South Baranof Wilderness Area, 45 air miles southeast of Sitka, Alaska. The wood cabin is generally available mid-June to October and makes an excellent base for experiencing and exploring this corner of Alaska. The cabin can be accessed by floatplane only, weather permitting.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Bear Boxes, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale

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

Remote wilderness cabin on Baranof Island offering excellent fishing and hiking opportunities in the South Baranof Wilderness Area. Access by floatplane provides a true backcountry Alaska experience.

Wildlife alert: Brown bears (including ABC Islands Brown Bear subspecies) and Great Blue Herons present in area

Insider tips for Plotnikof Lake Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site Floatplane access is 40 minutes from Sitka with only 100-foot walk to cabin Firewood available for sale on-site

Skip Plotnikof Lake Cabin if: Seeking developed amenities - no hookups available. Unable to arrange own floatplane transportation - access by floatplane only, weather permitting. Visiting outside May-October season - seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Plotnikof Lake Cabin: June-October — Cabin generally available mid-June through October per RIDB; May through October season window listed.

Nearby campgrounds: Davidof Lake Cabin (SITKA, AK), Avoss Lake Cabin (SITKA, AK), Sevenfathom Bay Cabin (SITKA, AK), Kanga Bay Cabin (SITKA, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Plotnikof Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Plotnikof Lake Cabin (SITKA, 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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SITKA, AK, AK★ 1 (1 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Plotnikof Lake Cabin is located on Baranof Island within the South Baranof Wilderness Area, 45 air miles southeast of Sitka, Alaska. The wood cabin is generally available mid-June to October and makes an excellent base for experiencing and exploring this corner of Alaska. The cabin can be accessed by floatplane only, weather permitting.

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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 TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Bear BoxesFirewood 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:✕ Seeking developed amenities - no hookups available✕ Unable to arrange own floatplane transportation - access by floatplane only, weather permitting✕ Visiting outside May-October season - seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site

Floatplane access is 40 minutes from Sitka with only 100-foot walk to cabin

Firewood available for sale on-site

Best: June-October

Cabin generally available mid-June through October per RIDB; May through October season window listed

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

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: Brown bears (including ABC Islands Brown Bear subspecies) and Great Blue Herons present in area

Location

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Accessible early June through October. This cabin is located 45 miles southeast of Sitka, 4 miles east of Whale Bay, on the south-central part of Baranof Island. Access by floatplane is 40 minutes from Sitka. For geographic features surrounding the cabin, refer to USGS topographic map Port Alexander C-3.

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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 Plotnikof Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Plotnikof Lake Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Plotnikof Lake Cabin open?+
Plotnikof Lake Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Plotnikof Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Plotnikof Lake Cabin?+
Plotnikof Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Plotnikof Lake Cabin?+
Plotnikof 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 Plotnikof Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Plotnikof Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Plotnikof Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Plotnikof Lake 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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$45 /night★ 1 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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