Description
Rustic style 12ft x 12ft Pan-Abode log cabin with large skylight for additional lighting.
Facilities
2 single plywood bunks, 2 double plywood bunks, Table and benches, Cooking counter, Wood stove and firewood, Food cupboard and shelves, Broom, Outhouse toilet, Axe, Maul and splitting wedge, 14ft aluminum skiff with oars and NO life jackets. Water is available from a creek near the cabin. Treat all water before using.
Capacity
6
Area
Mainland east of Rudyerd Bay in Misty Fiords National Monument
Location
45 air miles (72 km) northeast of Ketchikan on the mainland east of Rudyerd Bay, elevation 710 feet (215 meters).
Access
Float plane. In fall, winter and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to the frozen lake surface (float planes cannot land). The trail to Lower Checats Lake does NOT provide cabin access.
Terrain
Checats Lake is a glacially formed basin with steep, rocky cliff faces on three sides. The cabin sits on a little knoll at the outlet of the lake.
Special Features
Because of the land formations and the location of the cabin, there are many scenic and wildlife photo opportunities. Fishing is rated as very good for rainbow trout up to 24" (60 cm). Hunting for mountain goat, Sitka blacktail deer, black bear, and brown bear all occur in this area.
Season Of Use
April through October
Managing Agency
Tongass National Forest
What To Bring
Sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking stove, lantern, pots, pans, plates, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, fire extinguisher and fire starter. It's a good idea to bring your own water.
Rowboat
Yes
Stove
Wood
More Info
Please conserve firewood; supplied firewood is for wood stove use only. Please Leave No Trace of your visit.
USGS Topo Map
Ketchikan B-3
Rental Fee
$60/night May-Sep; $45 Oct-Apr
