Wilson Narrows Cabin
Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK, AK
Price: From $45 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (4 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Wilson Narrows Cabin is situated on the south end of Wilson Lake approximately 44 air miles northeast of Ketchikan. The cabin is available year-round and makes an excellent base for experiencing this corner of Alaska with its recreation options, beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. The cabin is remote and does not have electricity, indoor plumbing or cell phone service.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
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Wilson Narrows Cabin offers year-round access to remote Alaskan wilderness with excellent fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing opportunities on Wilson Lake, approximately 44 air miles northeast of Ketchikan.
Wildlife alert: Horned Grebe documented in area
Insider tips for Wilson Narrows Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Arrange float plane transportation in advance as access is float plane dependent and weather-dependent Bring firewood or purchase firewood for sale on-site
Skip Wilson Narrows Cabin if: You require electricity or indoor plumbing — the cabin has neither. You need cell phone service — none available at this location. You cannot arrange private float plane transportation.
Best time to visit Wilson Narrows Cabin: Year-round — Cabin is available year-round according to RIDB official description.
Nearby campgrounds: Wilson View Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Checats Lake Cabin (KETCHICAN/MISTY, AK), Winstanley Lake Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK), Winstanley Island Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK).
Cell Phone Coverage at Wilson Narrows Cabin
Cell signal at Wilson Narrows Cabin (KETCHIKAN/MISTY, 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.
Wilson Narrows Cabin is situated on the south end of Wilson Lake approximately 44 air miles northeast of Ketchikan. The cabin is available year-round and makes an excellent base for experiencing this corner of Alaska with its recreation options, beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. The cabin is remote and does not have electricity, indoor plumbing or cell phone service.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a federal campground with limited availability
Arrange float plane transportation in advance as access is float plane dependent and weather-dependent
Bring firewood or purchase firewood for sale on-site
Cabin is available year-round according to RIDB official description
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
The cabin is accessible by float plane only. It is located approximately 44 air miles northeast of Ketchikan on the mainland, north of Wilson Arm. The cabin sits on the south end of Wilson Lake. This cabin is in a designated Wilderness area, and access by helicopter is illegal. Refer to USGS map Ketchikan B-2 and C-2. In fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface (float planes cannot land). Please contact the Ketchikan-Misty Fjords Ranger District fo
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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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