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Checats Lake Trail
The Checats Lake trail is 1.1 miles long. It begins at Checats Cove and ends at Lower Checats Lake. The trail follows Checats Creek and lead through an old-growth forest of hemlock, spruce, and cedar. At about .75 mile there are a few short stretches of steep slope with the rest of the trail maintaining a fairly level grade. The trail is comprised of natural tread with brief intervals of rustic boardwalk or bridges. Due to windstorms the trail is not passable until further notice.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Notice: The Checats Trail suffered extensive damage due to tree blowdown in 2010, the trail is difficult to locate and hike. Contact the Ketchikan Misty Fiords Ranger District at 907-225-2148 for current conditions. |
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| Usage: | Light |
| Closest Towns: | Ketchikan |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: Checats Cove is located in Misty Fiords National Monument. The cove is on the east shore of the Behm Canal, north of Winstanley Island. The trailhead is located near the south shore of the cove, to the left of the creek. The trailhead is accessible by boat or floatplane.Activities
River and Stream Fishing
Enjoy fishing for trout, salmon along this wilderness trail. Refer to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game for rules and regulations.
| Fish Species | Cutthroat Trout, Pink Salmon |
Day Hiking
This short primitive wilderness trail follows Checats Creek| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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