How much does it cost to camp at Jims Lake Cabin?

Camping at Jims Lake Cabin can cost between $35.00 and $45.00 depending on the site.

Are fires allowed at Jims Lake Cabin?

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

Does Jims Lake Cabin have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Jims Lake Cabin does not have wifi.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Jims Lake 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 Jims Lake Cabin. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Jims Lake Cabin, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Jims Lake Cabin?

There are 1 campsites at Jims Lake 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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Jims Lake Cabin

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Jims Lake Cabin is located near the Admiralty National Monument within the Tongass National Forest, featuring forested terrain and a nearby lake. The area experiences temperature highs around 60°F and lows near 30°F. Visitors can explore the nearby Pack Creek Bear Viewing Area and the Taku Glacier, both offering unique natural attractions.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Tongass National Forest

Overview

Jim's Lake Cabin offers visitors recreation, relaxation and a remote wilderness lodging experience in the Tongass National Forest. The rustic cabin is located on the northwest end of Jim's Lake, an isolated area in the south-central portion of Admiralty Island. The small lake is away from many flight paths. Access to the cabin is by floatplane only. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

Hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing are all within the vicinity of the cabin. Anglers will find Jim's Lake to be a scenic setting for catching cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden and kokanee salmon. Visitors are welcome to use the skiff with oars available at the cabin, and may choose to bring a small outboard motor. The motor must be less than 10 horsepower due to wilderness regulations. Personal floatation devices are not provided.

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Natural Features

The cabin sits on a small rocky rise overlooking Jim's Lake, at an elevation of 232 feet. It is hemmed in by dense old-growth forest with views to distant glacier-capped peaks The cabin is located in the Kootznoowoo Wilderness which encompasses 956,255 acres of Admiralty Island. Dense spruce and hemlock forests, lakes and muskeg define the landscape, while distant rocky peaks tower along the island's high crest, reaching elevations of over 3,000 feet. Wildlife in the area abounds. Sitka black-tailed deer navigate dense forests and bald eagles perch in treetops along most beaches. Brown bear frequent the area as well.

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

Jims Lake Cabin is located in Alaska

Directions

Access to the cabin is by floatplane only. It is about a 50-minute flight from Juneau. This cabin is in a designated Wilderness area, and access by helicopter is illegal. In fall, winter and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface (floatplanes cannot land). The lake is normally ice free from mid-May through November. Refer to USGS topographic map Sitka C-1, C-2. Click here for information about reaching Forest Service cabins.