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Tanis Mesa Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: YAKUTAT, AK, AK

Price: From $25 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: Year-round

This brand new red cedar panabode style cabin (completed August 2024) is tucked between Tanis Mesa and the Brabazon Mountain Range, offering year-round relaxation and recreation. With epic views of Mt Fairweather and several peaks in the Brabzon Range this cabin offers a unique opportunity for fly in remote Big Alaskan adventure. The cabin has a Nordic oil stove ( Kerosene / #1 stove oil only) renters are responsible for bringing there own fuel.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups

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

Brand new red cedar cabin (completed August 2024) offering year-round access with epic views of Mt. Fairweather and the Brabazon Mountain Range, ideal for remote Alaskan adventure via wheeled plane access.

Insider tips for Tanis Mesa Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Bring your own kerosene or #1 stove oil for the Nordic oil stove Accessible only by wheeled plane via the 1,800-ft. airstrip at the cabin

Skip Tanis Mesa Cabin if: You require electrical hookups at your site. You cannot arrange fly-in access via wheeled aircraft. You are unable to transport and manage your own heating fuel.

Best time to visit Tanis Mesa Cabin: Year-round — Cabin operates year-round with Nordic oil stove for heating.

Nearby campgrounds: Alsek River Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK), Italio River Cabin (TONGASS/YAKUTAT, AK), Middle Dangerous River Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK), Situk Lake Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Tanis Mesa Cabin

Cell signal at Tanis Mesa 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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    YAKUTAT, AK, AK★ 5 (2 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    This brand new red cedar panabode style cabin (completed August 2024) is tucked between Tanis Mesa and the Brabazon Mountain Range, offering year-round relaxation and recreation. With epic views of Mt Fairweather and several peaks in the Brabzon Range this cabin offers a unique opportunity for fly in remote Big Alaskan adventure. The cabin has a Nordic oil stove ( Kerosene / #1 stove oil only) renters are responsible for bringing there own fuel.

    Best for:HikersWildlife watchersFamiliesSites:Tent
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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 Tables
    Family & Pets
    Drinking Water

    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 electrical hookups at your site✕ You cannot arrange fly-in access via wheeled aircraft✕ You are unable to transport and manage your own heating fuel

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

    Bring your own kerosene or #1 stove oil for the Nordic oil stove

    Accessible only by wheeled plane via the 1,800-ft. airstrip at the cabin

    Best: Year-round

    Cabin operates year-round with Nordic oil stove for heating

    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.

    Location

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    (907) 784-3359· Tongass National Forest
    Getting there →

    The cabin is located 50 miles southeast of Yakutat between Tanis Mesa and Brabazon Mountain Range. Access is by wheeled plane only via an 1,800-ft. airstrip at the cabin.

    Campground entrance

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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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Tanis Mesa Cabin cost per night?+
    Tanis Mesa Cabin costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Tanis Mesa Cabin open?+
    Tanis Mesa Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Tanis Mesa Cabin have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Tanis Mesa Cabin?+
    Tanis Mesa Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Tanis Mesa Cabin?+
    Tanis Mesa 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 Tanis Mesa Cabin?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Tanis Mesa Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Tanis Mesa Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
    Tanis Mesa Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $25 /night★ 5 (2)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Alsek River Cabin

    YAKUTAT, AK

    From $45/night

    Italio River Cabin

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    From $35/night

    Middle Dangerous River Cabin

    YAKUTAT, AK

    From $25/night

    Situk Lake Cabin

    YAKUTAT, AK

    From $45/night

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