About Helm Creek Cabin
Helm Creek Cabin is located on the east shore of Helm Bay near the mouth of Helm Creek. This rustic retreat is open year-round, offering opportunities 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. Helm Bay is especially known for excellent crabbing, as well as saltwater fishing for salmon, halibut and red snapper. Trout and Dolly Varden fishing is possible in nearby Helm Lake, but there is no trail to the lake. [ Local tide tables](http://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/noaatidepredictions/NOAATidesFacade.jsp?Stationid=9450624) should be consulted before taking a boat out on the bay. Sea kayaking is also possible. This 12-by-14 ft. (pan-abode style) cabin has two single and two double bunks, to sleep…
- 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…
- Season: Year Round
- Managed by: Tongass National Forest, FS
- Where: 14 mi west of Loring, AK · 55.6517, -131.9809
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