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

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

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.

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SITKA, AK, AK★ 4.3 (23 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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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.
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 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

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

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

Best: May-October

Official operating season as stated in verified data

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

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: American Red Squirrel, Sitka Black-tailed Deer, American Mink, Greater Yellowlegs, Yellow-rumped Warbler

Location

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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

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 White Sulphur Springs Cabin cost per night?+
White Sulphur Springs Cabin costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is White Sulphur Springs Cabin open?+
White Sulphur Springs Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does White Sulphur Springs Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at White Sulphur Springs Cabin?+
White Sulphur Springs Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at White Sulphur Springs Cabin?+
White Sulphur Springs 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 White Sulphur Springs Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at White Sulphur Springs Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is White Sulphur Springs Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
White Sulphur Springs 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
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$60 /night★ 4.3 (23)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Moser Island Cabin

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From $55/night

Eight Fathom Cabin

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