Red Bay Lake Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: THORNE BAY, AK, AK

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

Red Bay Lake Cabin offers visitors a unique Alaskan lodging experience on Prince of Wales Island. Situated on the northern part of the island, the remote site provides a scenic setting for recreation and relaxation in the Tongass National Forest. Access to the site is by float plane or a vehicle/hiking/boating combination.

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/red-bay-lake-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Red Bay Lake Cabin offers a unique remote Alaskan lodging experience on Prince of Wales Island in the Tongass National Forest with abundant fishing opportunities and scenic recreation.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves, American black bears, and Sitka black-tailed deer present in area; exercise appropriate wildlife safety precautions.

Insider tips for Red Bay Lake Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site. Access requires float plane or vehicle/hiking/boating combination; plan travel arrangements in advance. Bring your own amenities as this is a remote backcountry site. Firewood is available for sale on-site.

Skip Red Bay Lake Cabin if: You need full hookups; no hookups available at this site.. You cannot arrange your own remote transportation (float plane or combination access).. You are visiting outside May-October seasonal operations window..

Best time to visit Red Bay Lake Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Salmon Bay Lake Cabin (THORNE BAY, AK), El Capitan Campground (Thorne Bay , AK), Shipley Bay Cabin (THORNE BAY, AK), Sarkar Lake Cabin (THORNE BAY, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Red Bay Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Red Bay Lake Cabin (THORNE BAY, 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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THORNE BAY, AK, AK★ 4.5 (2 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Red Bay Lake Cabin offers visitors a unique Alaskan lodging experience on Prince of Wales Island. Situated on the northern part of the island, the remote site provides a scenic setting for recreation and relaxation in the Tongass National Forest. Access to the site is by float plane or a vehicle/hiking/boating combination.

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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 need full hookups; no hookups available at this site.✕ You cannot arrange your own remote transportation (float plane or combination access).✕ You are visiting outside May-October seasonal operations window.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

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

Access requires float plane or vehicle/hiking/boating combination; plan travel arrangements in advance.

Bring your own amenities as this is a remote backcountry site.

Firewood is available for sale on-site.

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.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Gray wolves, American black bears, and Sitka black-tailed deer present in area; exercise appropriate wildlife safety precautions.

Location

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Red Bay Lake Cabin is accessible by float plane or a vehicle/hiking/boating combination. Refer to USGS maps Petersburg A-4 and Petersburg B-4. The trailhead to access the cabin is approximately a 3.5 hour drive from Hollis or 2 hours from Thorne Bay on Forest Road #20. From the trailhead, the 3/4 mile hike proceeds on a board walk through large cedar trees to a boat provided by the Forest Service on the lake. Visitors must then row 1.5 miles to reach their final destination. By plane, Red Bay La

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 Red Bay Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Red Bay Lake Cabin costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Red Bay Lake Cabin open?+
Red Bay Lake Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Red Bay Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Red Bay Lake Cabin?+
Red Bay Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Red Bay Lake Cabin?+
Red Bay 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 Red Bay Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Red Bay Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Red Bay Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Red Bay 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
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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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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$35 /night★ 4.5 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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