Twelvemile Cabin

Tongass National Forest — ocean access, fishing, hiking

Location: CRAIG, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (12 reviews)

Season: May through October

Twelvemile Cabin is a fully accessible cabin located on Twelvemile Inlet on Prince of Wales Island in southeastern Alaska. The site offers recreation, relaxation and a unique lodging experience in the Tongass National Forest. Construction of this cabin was made possible through mitigation funds from Alaska Power and Telephone and the Federal Energy Regulatiory Commission.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale

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

Fully accessible cabin on Twelvemile Inlet in Tongass National Forest offering waterfront recreation and relaxation. Campers praise the peaceful, scenic setting with excellent bird watching and fishing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear

Insider tips for Twelvemile Cabin: Bring starter logs—wood stove may not be stocked Water source available down the trail Located only 6 miles from Hydaburg Road turnoff, 35 miles from Craig

Skip Twelvemile Cabin if: Looking for hookups—no hookups available. Need flexibility—book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability. Visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Twelvemile Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Polk Camp (CRAIG, AK), Harris River Campground (CRAIG, AK), Josephine Lake Cabin (CRAIG, AK), Black Bear Lake Cabin (Tongass National Forest, Ak) (CRAIG, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Twelvemile Cabin

Cell signal at Twelvemile Cabin (CRAIG, AK): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.

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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CRAIG, AK, AK★ 4.8 (12 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Twelvemile Cabin is a fully accessible cabin located on Twelvemile Inlet on Prince of Wales Island in southeastern Alaska. The site offers recreation, relaxation and a unique lodging experience in the Tongass National Forest. Construction of this cabin was made possible through mitigation funds from Alaska Power and Telephone and the Federal Energy Regulatiory Commission.

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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.
ADA sites1 sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Electric HookupsFirewood 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:✕ Looking for hookups—no hookups available✕ Need flexibility—book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability✕ Visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Bring starter logs

wood stove may not be stocked

Water source available down the trail

Located only 6 miles from Hydaburg Road turnoff, 35 miles from Craig

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months 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 · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear

Location

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Twelvemile Cabin is located 6 miles from the Hydaburg Road turnoff, approximately 35 miles from Craig and 18 miles from Hydaburg. From Craig or Klawock, take the Craig/Klawock-Hollis Highway toward Hollis. Turn right on the Hydaburg Road (State Route 913) and travel for 8 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 21 (Polk Inlet and Twelvemile Road). Follow Forest Road 21 for 5 miles, then turn left toward Twelvemile Inlet. The cabin parking area is about 1.5 miles ahead on the left. From Naukati or Thor

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 Twelvemile Cabin cost per night?+
Twelvemile Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Twelvemile Cabin open?+
Twelvemile Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Twelvemile Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Twelvemile Cabin?+
Twelvemile Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Twelvemile Cabin?+
Twelvemile 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 Twelvemile Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Twelvemile Cabin is rated weak. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Twelvemile Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Twelvemile Cabin is open May through October. 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
recreation.gov · RIDB API
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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$45 /night★ 4.8 (12)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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