About Humpback Lake Cabin
Humpback Lake Cabin is located on the mainland within the Misty Fiords National Monument Wilderness. It has the feel of a secluded getaway, even though a commercial lodge is nearby. The cabin is open year-round, offering relaxation, sightseeing and recreation in Alaska's beautiful Inside Passage. The site can be accessed by floatplane, depending on conditions. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. A 14-foot aluminum skiff with oars is available at the cabin, but guests must provide their own life jackets. Guests can row to the Humpback Creek Trailhead and enjoy a scenic 3-mile hike to Mink Bay. The trailhead is located at the north edge of a large log jam near the west end of the lake. The lake offers excellent fishing for Dolly Varden and cutthroat trout. This 12x14-ft. [pan-abode…
- 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: April
- Managed by: Tongass National Forest, FS
- Where: 40 mi east of Metlakatla, AK · 55.02617, -130.54463
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Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humpback Trail | Hiking | 2.9 mi | 2.6 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
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Good to know
No signal at camp
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Camps nearby
- Hugh Smith Lake Cabin 5.9 mi
- Bakewell Lake Cabin 17 mi
- Mary SW (reported) 23.1 mi
- Alava Bay Cabin 25.1 mi
- Winstanley Lake Cabin 29.3 mi
- Winstanley Lake Shelter Site 29.8 mi