How much does it cost to camp at Eight Fathom Cabin?

Camping at Eight Fathom Cabin can cost between $55.00 and $70.00 depending on the site.

Are fires allowed at Eight Fathom Cabin?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Eight Fathom Cabin, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Eight Fathom Cabin have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Eight Fathom Cabin does not have wifi.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Eight Fathom Cabin?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Eight Fathom Cabin. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Eight Fathom Cabin, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Eight Fathom Cabin?

There are 1 campsites at Eight Fathom Cabin and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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Eight Fathom Cabin

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Eight Fathom Cabin is located in the Tongass National Forest, surrounded by dense forest and rugged terrain. The area experiences temperature highs around 60°F and lows near 30°F. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as Glacier Bay National Park and the town of Hoonah.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Tongass National Forest

Overview

Eight Fathom Cabin was constructed in 2009. It is located 15 miles from Hoonah, Alaska in the protected waters of Port Frederick. It is generally available year-round and makes an excellent base for experiencing this corner of Alaska, offering recreational options and abundant wildlife. The cabin is remote. It is accessible only by boat or float plane. From Hoonah, the boat ride is 45 minutes. By float plane, the flight is 30 minutes from Juneau and less than 10 minutes from Hoonah. This is a primitive cabin with no electricity, indoor plumbing or cell phone coverage. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

The cabin has good access to hunting, freshwater fishing, and saltwater fishing areas. For information about fishing and hunting permits and seasons, visit the Alaska Department of Fish and Game website. A fine gravel beach in front of the cabin is suitable for landing and launching small boats. Tide tables should be consulted prior to any boating excursion. Neka Hot Springs tub is located 9 miles from the cabin. Visitors can access the hot springs from National Forest System road 8580.

Natural Features

The cabin is built on a spur road edging out onto tidal, estuary flats at the head of Port Frederick. This area offers excellent opportunities for viewing scenery and wildlife, which includes whales, brown bear, deer, shorebirds and a variety of small mammals. The front deck of the cabin looks out over the tide flats and the surrounding mountains. The cabin is backed by dense evergreen forest.

Nearby Attractions

Neka Hot Springs

Fee Info

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.

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Location

Eight Fathom Cabin is located in Alaska

Directions

Eight Fathom Cabin is located 15 miles southwest of the City of Hoonah, Alaska on the north shore of Eight Fathom Bight at the head of Port Frederick. Access is by float plane or boat only. It is a 45-minute boat ride from Hoonah and approximately a 30-minute flight from Juneau, AK. Flight time from Hoonah is less than 10-minutes. The cabin is at the south end of the isolated Eight Fathom National Forest System road 8580 and within half a mile from the Eight Fathom Marine Access Facility (MAF) float dock. This road system is not connected to the Hoonah Road System and the dock is only accessible by float plane or boat. Please consult local tide tables before departing for the cabin. Once ashore, the cabin is accessed via a short 125-ft barrier free trail.