Salmon Bay Lake Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: THORNE BAY, AK, AK

Price: From $25 per night

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

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

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

Salmon Bay Lake Cabin offers a unique remote Alaskan lodging experience on Prince of Wales Island in the Tongass National Forest with access to fishing, boating, hiking, and hunting activities.

Wildlife alert: Sitka Black-tailed Deer, Humpback Whale, Northern Sea Otter, and Steller Sea Lion present in the area; seabirds include Common Murre, Bonaparte's Gull, Glaucous-winged Gull, and Black-legged Kittiwake.

Insider tips for Salmon Bay Lake Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Access is by float plane or boat/trail combination at high tide only—plan transportation in advance Bring your own amenities as the remote location requires self-sufficiency

Skip Salmon Bay Lake Cabin if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this site. You require vehicle access—accessible only by float plane or water/hiking combination. You need services outside May-October operating season.

Best time to visit Salmon Bay Lake Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Nearby campgrounds: Red Bay Lake Cabin (THORNE BAY, AK), El Capitan Campground (Thorne Bay , AK), Shipley Bay Cabin (THORNE BAY, AK), Kah Sheets Bay Cabin (PETERSBURG, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Salmon Bay Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Salmon 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★ 3.5 (4 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Salmon Bay Lake Cabin offers visitors a unique Alaskan lodging experience on Prince of Wales Island. Located on the northern part of the island, the remote site offers a scenic setting for recreation and relaxation in the Tongass National Forest. Access to the site is by float plane or a boating/hiking combination, only at high tide.

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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 hookups—no hookups available at this site✕ You require vehicle access—accessible only by float plane or water/hiking combination✕ You need services outside May-October operating season

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Access is by float plane or boat/trail combination at high tide only

plan transportation in advance

Bring your own amenities as the remote location requires self-sufficiency

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during this period 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: Sitka Black-tailed Deer, Humpback Whale, Northern Sea Otter, and Steller Sea Lion present in the area; seabirds include Common Murre, Bonaparte's Gull, Glaucous-winged Gull, and Black-legged Kittiwake.

Location

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Salmon Bay Lake Cabin is accessible by float plane on Salmon Lake, or by a boat/trail combination only at high tide. Refer to USGS maps Petersburg A-4 and B-4. From the Salmon Bay Lake trailhead: The 1.5 mile hike from a saltwater bay through muddy and slippery conditions, includes fording a stream to a boat with oars provided by the Forest Service. The stream crossing is dangerous and not recommended during high water. Guests must then paddle an additional mile to the cabin. By plane, Salmon Ba

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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

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How much does Salmon Bay Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Salmon Bay Lake Cabin costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Salmon Bay Lake Cabin open?+
Salmon Bay Lake Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Salmon Bay Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Salmon Bay Lake Cabin?+
Salmon Bay Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Salmon Bay Lake Cabin?+
Salmon 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 Salmon Bay Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Salmon 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 Salmon Bay Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Salmon 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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$25 /night★ 3.5 (4)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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