White Sulphur Springs Cabin
Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: SITKA, AK, AK
Price: From $60 per night
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (23 reviews)
Season: May through October
White Sulphur Springs Cabin is located on the northern shore of Bertha Bay, 65 miles northwest of Sitka, Alaska, on Chichagof Island within the West Chichagof-Yakobi Wilderness Area. The cabin makes an excellent base for experiencing and exploring this corner of Alaska. This is a remote site in a designated Wilderness area.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing
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Remote wilderness cabin on Bertha Bay offering access to natural hot springs with multiple pools and excellent views of the Pacific Ocean. Highly rated by real campers (4.8/5 stars) for its beautiful remote setting and wildlife viewing opportunities including whales and bald eagles.
Wildlife alert: American Red Squirrel, Sitka Black-tailed Deer, American Mink, Greater Yellowlegs, Yellow-rumped Warbler
Insider tips for White Sulphur Springs Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Boat access only; arrange your own transportation and check weather conditions before traveling Bring all your own amenities; there are no hookups or services at this remote site
Skip White Sulphur Springs Cabin if: You need hookups or established campground facilities. You cannot arrange private boat access to a remote wilderness location. You prefer year-round access or reliable seasonal availability.
Best time to visit White Sulphur Springs Cabin: May-October — Official operating season as stated in verified data.
Nearby campgrounds: Greentop Cabin (HOONAH, AK), Goulding Lake Cabin (SITKA, AK), Moser Island Cabin (SITKA, AK), Eight Fathom Cabin (Hoonah, AK).
Cell Phone Coverage at White Sulphur Springs Cabin
Cell signal at White Sulphur Springs Cabin (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.
White Sulphur Springs Cabin is located on the northern shore of Bertha Bay, 65 miles northwest of Sitka, Alaska, on Chichagof Island within the West Chichagof-Yakobi Wilderness Area. The cabin makes an excellent base for experiencing and exploring this corner of Alaska. This is a remote site in a designated Wilderness area.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Boat access only; arrange your own transportation and check weather conditions before traveling
Bring all your own amenities; there are no hookups or services at this remote site
Official operating season as stated in verified data
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Accessible year round, weather permitting. Located 65 miles northwest of Sitka on Chichagof Island within the West Chichagof-Yakobi Wilderness Area. Boat access is possible with anchorage in Mirror Harbor, where 0.9-mile White Sulphur Springs Trail leads to the cabin; however, local knowledge is recommended before attempting anchorage there. White Sulphur Springs Trail begins at Mirror Harbor and leads to the cabin. The trail is fairly level and parallels Bertha Bay. Please consult local tide ta
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- 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.
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