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Recreation Region: Thorne Bay Ranger District

Big Lake Fish Wildlife Viewing Site

A 100 foot short gravel accessible trail takes visitors to a platform viewing area with interpretive signs. Special Features: Visitors to this site can learn about the life cycle of salmon and how a fish pass operates. During the late summer and fall salmon runs, watch for spectacular displays of jumping salmon as they leap up the fast flowing rapids of Ratz Creek.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 55.867194

Longitude: -132.634417

Directions

the trailhead is located on Forest Road 30302 approximately 22 road miles north of Thorne Bay off Forest Road 30. USGS map Craig D-2.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated February 19th, 2025