Fish Creek Cabin
Fish Creek Cabin is located on Revillagigedo Island, at the confluence of freshwater Fish Creek and saltwater Thorne Arm. The rustic, secluded retreat is available year-round for relaxation, sightseeing and recreation. The site can be accessed by float plane, boat or kayak, depending on conditions. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
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Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | People / vehicles |
|---|---|
| K03 | 6 / – |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Fees | Only one change per reservation for all Alaska cabins is allowed. Change is defined as a modification to the start or end date of the reservation; after one change has been made, if additional changes are desired, the customer must cancel the current reservation and re-book the new dates. |
This 12-by-14 cabin ( pan-abode style ) has two single and two double bunks, to accommodate up to six people. It is also equipped with a table and benches, broom, a small wood stove and an outhouse. Water, wood, and electricity are not provided. Guests must bring wood or biobricks for the wood stove. Biobricks can be purchased in Ketchikan and on Prince of Wales. Water is available from the creek, but guests should be sure to treat water before drinking or cooking with it ( water safety tips ). It is recommended that guests bring their own water supply. Other items to pack include sleeping bags, sleeping pads, lanterns or flashlights, cookware, plates, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, a fire extinguisher and matches, among other necessities.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
The cabin is located approximately 20 air miles from Ketchikan, at the North end of Thorne Arm. Accessible by float plane or boat. A saltwater mooring buoy is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Refer to USGS topographic map for Ketchikan B-4, and check local tide tables if navigating a boat or kayak in saltwater.
| Nearest town | Ketchikan, Alaska |
| Coordinates | 55.3914° N, 131.1977° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- A mooring float is available, but it is not for the exclusive use of cabin guests.
- The stove is not designed for use with wax logs such as duraflame.
Explore
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miLow Lake/Big Lake2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miGokachin Trail2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 mi8400000 System Shoal Cove3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4.8 miElf Point 100 South Road2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4.8 mi8400-Elf Point Road1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miGokachin Lake Trailhead ↗Tongass National Forest
- 0.1 miLow Lake/big Lake Trailhead ↗Tongass National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Misty Fjords National Monument Wilderness begins about 0.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.7 miMisty Fjords National Monument Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 2,144,010 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Natural features
The cabin is tucked into a densely wooded area overlooking Thorne Arm. Fish Creek bubbles into Thorne Arm on the left side of the cabin. A gravel beach is revealed at the front of the cabin during low tides. Sitka black-tailed deer, black bear, beaver, marten, and mink are common to the area ( bear safety information ). Seals and orcas have been seen in Thorne Arm.
Recreation
Crabbing is possible for Dungeness crab, and saltwater fishing is available for salmon, halibut and rockfish. Fish Creek offers opportunities for freshwater fishing for cutthroat and rainbow trout, steelhead and Dolly Varden. Hikers can access two trails from the cabin. The Low Lake Trail leads to Big Lake in Misty Fjords National Monument wilderness, following along Low Lake and Fish Creek on the way. Gokachin Lake Trail starts across the outlet of Fish Creek and leads to Star Lake. Sea kayaking is an extremely popular way of getting around, but guests must provide their own equipment and consult local tide tables before setting out.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Fish Creek Cabin?
Sites at Fish Creek Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Fish Creek Cabin?
Only one change per reservation for all Alaska cabins is allowed. Change is defined as a modification to the start or end date of the reservation; after one change has been made, if additional changes are desired, the customer must cancel the current reservation and re-book the new dates.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Fish Creek Cabin?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Fish Creek Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Fish Creek Cabin?
Crabbing is possible for Dungeness crab, and saltwater fishing is available for salmon, halibut and rockfish. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Fish Creek Cabin?
Ketchikan, Alaska.
Source: Getting there
What if Fish Creek Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Icehouse Cove Buoy Camping Area (12.5 mi, first-come), Last Chance Campground (19.4 mi), and Three C's Group Use Campground (19.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby