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

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

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.

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KETCHIKAN, AK, AK★ 3.6 (7 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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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 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

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

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

Best: Year-round

Cabin is available 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: Brown bears and common mergansers present in the area

Location

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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

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 Reflection Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Reflection Lake Cabin costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Reflection Lake Cabin open?+
Reflection Lake Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Reflection Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Reflection Lake Cabin?+
Reflection Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Reflection Lake Cabin?+
Reflection 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 Reflection Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Reflection Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Reflection Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Reflection Lake Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$60 /night★ 3.6 (7)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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