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Situk Lake Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: YAKUTAT, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Situk Lake Cabin is located 14 miles northeast of Yakutat. It is situated on the eastern shore of Situk Lake, within the Russell Fjord Wilderness. The cabin is open for year-round enjoyment, offering opportunities for recreation and wildlife watching.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Situk Lake Cabin offers year-round access to pristine wilderness on the eastern shore of Situk Lake within Russell Fjord Wilderness, with excellent opportunities for fishing, hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing 14 miles northeast of Yakutat.

Wildlife alert: Moose and Harbour Porpoise present in area; Common Loon and Merlin also documented within 8km

Insider tips for Situk Lake Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Access is by floatplane or hiking forest service maintained trails; arrange your own transportation Contact Yakutat Ranger District at (907) 784-3359 for access details and conditions

Skip Situk Lake Cabin if: You require hookups — no hookups available at this site. You cannot arrange your own floatplane or hiking access to the remote location. You are unprepared to bring your own amenities.

Best time to visit Situk Lake Cabin: Year-round — Cabin is open for year-round enjoyment per RIDB official description.

Nearby campgrounds: Eagle Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK), Raven Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK), Middle Dangerous River Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK), Italio River Cabin (TONGASS/YAKUTAT, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Situk Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Situk Lake Cabin (YAKUTAT, 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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    Situk Lake Cabin

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    YAKUTAT, AK, AK★ 5 (2 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Situk Lake Cabin is located 14 miles northeast of Yakutat. It is situated on the eastern shore of Situk Lake, within the Russell Fjord Wilderness. The cabin is open for year-round enjoyment, offering opportunities for recreation and wildlife watching.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    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 RingsFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    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 require hookups — no hookups available at this site✕ You cannot arrange your own floatplane or hiking access to the remote location✕ You are unprepared to bring your own amenities

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

    Access is by floatplane or hiking forest service maintained trails; arrange your own transportation

    Contact Yakutat Ranger District at (907) 784-3359 for access details and conditions

    Best: Year-round

    Cabin is open for year-round enjoyment per RIDB official description

    Things to do nearby

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    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: Moose and Harbour Porpoise present in area; Common Loon and Merlin also documented within 8km

    Location

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    (907) 784-3359· Tongass National Forest
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    The cabin is located 14 miles northeast of Yakutat on the eastern shore of Situk Lake. Access is by trail or floatplane. Please contact the Yakutat Ranger District for information at (907) 784-3359 prior to making reservations during these periods. The Situk Lake Trail starts at the end of East Gate Road and is 3 miles to the cabin. The trail can be very wet.

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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 Situk Lake Cabin cost per night?+
    Situk Lake Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Situk Lake Cabin open?+
    Situk Lake Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Situk Lake Cabin have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Situk Lake Cabin?+
    Situk Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Situk Lake Cabin?+
    Situk 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 Situk Lake Cabin?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Situk Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Situk Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
    Situk Lake Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $45 /night★ 5 (2)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Italio River Cabin

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