Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: SITKA, AK, AK

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (13 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Salmon Lake Cabin sits on the east shore of Salmon Lake on Baranof Island, 11 miles southeast of Sitka, Alaska. The cabin was built in 1998 by volunteers from the U.S. This remote site is generally accessible year-round by boat to Silver Bay, then walking 2 miles along the Salmon Lake-Redoubt Lake Trail.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

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

Remote cabin on Baranof Island accessible year-round by floatplane or boat with hiking access. Highly rated by visitors (5/5 from 2 reviews) for its proximity to Sitka and gentle trail approach.

Wildlife alert: ABC Islands Brown Bear, Brown Bear, Northern Sea Otter, American Mink, Mountain Goat, Golden Eagle, and Yellow-billed Loon present in area

Insider tips for Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 site Access via floatplane takes only 10 minutes from Sitka Boat access to Silver Bay followed by 2-mile hike on Salmon Lake-Redoubt Lake Trail Visitors must arrange and be responsible for their own transportation

Skip Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka if: You require hookups — no hookups available. You cannot arrange your own boat or floatplane transportation. You are unable to hike 2 miles to reach the cabin.

Best time to visit Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka: Year-round — Cabin is generally accessible year-round depending on mode of access, though weather conditions affect accessibility.

Nearby campgrounds: Samsing Cove Cabin (SITKA, AK), Kanga Bay Cabin (SITKA, AK), Baranof Lake Cabin (SITKA, AK), Sevenfathom Bay Cabin (SITKA, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka

Cell signal at Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka (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★ 4.8 (13 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Salmon Lake Cabin sits on the east shore of Salmon Lake on Baranof Island, 11 miles southeast of Sitka, Alaska. The cabin was built in 1998 by volunteers from the U.S. This remote site is generally accessible year-round by boat to Silver Bay, then walking 2 miles along the Salmon Lake-Redoubt Lake Trail.

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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 Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

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 require hookups — no hookups available✕ You cannot arrange your own boat or floatplane transportation✕ You are unable to hike 2 miles to reach the cabin

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 site

Access via floatplane takes only 10 minutes from Sitka

Boat access to Silver Bay followed by 2-mile hike on Salmon Lake-Redoubt Lake Trail

Visitors must arrange and be responsible for their own transportation

Best: Year-round

Cabin is generally accessible year-round depending on mode of access, though weather conditions affect accessibility

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: ABC Islands Brown Bear, Brown Bear, Northern Sea Otter, American Mink, Mountain Goat, Golden Eagle, and Yellow-billed Loon present in area

Location

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Accessible nearly year round, depending on mode of access. Located 11 miles southeast of Sitka on Baranof Island, approximately 10 minutes by floatplane. Access by boat from Sitka to Silver Bay is 10 miles, and a 2-mile trail leads to the cabin. Trail begins near mooring buoy at the end of Silver Bay. Plan arrival and departure during high tide, unload gear at east shore at estuary head, then tie up boat at mooring buoy. Please consult local tide tables before departing for the cabin. For geogra

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 Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka cost per night?+
Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka open?+
Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka?+
Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka?+
Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka 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 Lake Cabin Sitka?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka open, and what are check-in times?+
Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$50 /night★ 4.8 (13)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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