Reflection Lake Cabin
Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: KETCHIKAN, AK, AK
Price: From $60 per night
Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (7 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Reflection Lake Cabin is situated on the Cleveland Peninsula at the shore of Reflection Lake approximately 50 air miles from Ketchikan. The cabin is available year-round and makes an excellent base for experiencing this corner of Alaska with its recreation options, beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. The cabin is remote and accessible only by float plane or boat, 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
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Reflection Lake Cabin offers year-round access to remote Alaskan wilderness with excellent recreation options including hunting, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing on the Cleveland Peninsula.
Wildlife alert: Brown bears and common mergansers present in the area
Insider tips for Reflection Lake Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Plan your access method in advance—only reachable by float plane or boat Hike 2.3 miles from Short Bay where boats can be moored to reach the cabin
Skip Reflection Lake Cabin if: You need electrical hookups—no hookups available at this site. You require road access—cabin is remote and only accessible by air or water. You cannot arrange your own transportation to the location.
Best time to visit Reflection Lake Cabin: Year-round — Cabin is available year-round according to RIDB official description.
Nearby campgrounds: Eagle Lake Cabin (WRANGELL, AK), Anchor Pass Cabin (KETCHIKAN, AK), Blind Pass Cabin (KETCHIKAN/TONGASS, AK), Mcdonald Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK).
Cell Phone Coverage at Reflection Lake Cabin
Cell signal at Reflection 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.
Reflection Lake Cabin is situated on the Cleveland Peninsula at the shore of Reflection Lake approximately 50 air miles from Ketchikan. The cabin is available year-round and makes an excellent base for experiencing this corner of Alaska with its recreation options, beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. The cabin is remote and accessible only by float plane or boat, depending on conditions.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a federal campground with high demand
Plan your access method in advance
only reachable by float plane or boat
Hike 2.3 miles from Short Bay where boats can be moored to reach the cabin
Cabin is available year-round according to RIDB official description
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
Approximately 50 air miles from Ketchikan on Cleveland Peninsula, northwest of Short Bay. Cabin is on the northeast shore of Reflection Lake. Access is by float plane or boat. Two mile hike from Short Bay, where there is a mooring buoy. 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. Boat access is not
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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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