Salmon Lake Cabin Sitka Campground

This facility is located in an extremely remote and wild area; before making a reservation, become aware of bear , water , and weather safety (including cold )

Recreating in Alaska can present both obvious and hidden dangers; please be aware of your surroundings and be prepared for extended stays due to occasionally poor weather

Plan arrival and departure during high tide, unload gear at east shore at estuary head, then tie up boat at mooring buoy

Cabin may be inaccessible by plane from November through early April due to frozen lake surface (floatplanes cannot land); please contact the local Forest Service Ranger District office for current information prior to making reservations during this period

Cabin may also be inaccessible by boat as the head of Silver Bay may freeze mid-November through mid-February

Cabin not maintained in the winter

For boat or air charters, contact the Sitka Convention and VisitorsBureau at 907-747-5940 or www.Sitka.org

Boil or treat lake water before drinking

Pack out all garbage and food

Rain gear is recommended

Firewood may be scarce

Click here to learn more about Tongass National Forest

Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by purchasing firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

The invasive European Green Crab (EGC) has been found in southern Southeast Alaska and is suspected to be in more locations on the Tongass National Forest. Please actively look for and report EGC to help map the distribution and contribute to management.