Wilson View Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Wilson View Cabin is situated on the north end of Wilson Lake approximately 44 air miles east 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 accessible only by float plane, depending on conditions.

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

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

Wilson View Cabin offers excellent trout fishing on Wilson Lake with abundant recreation options and beautiful Alaskan scenery. Google reviews confirm exceptional fishing success, with one camper reporting amazing trout catches in early August.

Wildlife alert: Horned Grebe observed within 8km

Insider tips for Wilson View Cabin: Book early — federal campground with limited availability Accessible by float plane only; arrange your own transportation Bring firewood or purchase on-site; fire rings available for use

Skip Wilson View Cabin if: You need electricity or indoor plumbing — this is a primitive cabin with neither. You require cell phone coverage — none available. You cannot arrange float plane access to remote location 44 miles east of Ketchikan.

Best time to visit Wilson View Cabin: August — Google review reports exceptional trout fishing during first week of August.

Nearby campgrounds: Wilson Narrows 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 View Cabin

Cell signal at Wilson View 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.

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KETCHIKAN/MISTY, AK, AK★ 5 (1 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Wilson View Cabin is situated on the north end of Wilson Lake approximately 44 air miles east 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 accessible only by float plane, depending on conditions.

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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 TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Drinking WaterFirewood 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:✕ You need electricity or indoor plumbing — this is a primitive cabin with neither✕ You require cell phone coverage — none available✕ You cannot arrange float plane access to remote location 44 miles east of Ketchikan

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with limited availability

Accessible by float plane only; arrange your own transportation

Bring firewood or purchase on-site; fire rings available for use

Best: August

Google review reports exceptional trout fishing during first week of August

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.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Horned Grebe observed within 8km

Location

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Approximately 44 miles east of Ketchikan on the mainland, north of Wilson Arm. Cabin is located at the north end of Wilson Lake. Accessible by float plane only. 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 for information prior to making rese

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 Wilson View Cabin cost per night?+
Wilson View Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Wilson View Cabin open?+
Wilson View Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Wilson View Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Wilson View Cabin?+
Wilson View Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Wilson View Cabin?+
Wilson View 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 Wilson View Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Wilson View Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Wilson View Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Wilson View Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$45 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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