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Shipley Bay Cabin
12' x 14' Pan Abode precut cedar log cabin with covered porch on the shore of Shipley Bay offering excellent mountain views and wildlife watching. Mount Francis ( picturesque 2,592-foot limestone peak) visible from cabin. Cabin sits on low bluff between bay and creek. Large rocky beach in front of cabin, large grassy tidal flat in back where Shipley Creek meets ocean. Rugged 0.8-mile natural-tread trail connects to Shipley Lake. Can continue hiking lower elevation route to Devilfish Bay (no designated trail). Good maps and orienteering skills essential. Stream and lake support cutthroat, rainbow, dolly Varden, steelhead, three species of salmon. Black bears, bald eagles, shore birds abundant. Cabin sleeps up to 6, tiny wood stove which accommodates BioBricks (usually readily available from local retailers). Bring your own BioBlocks, water, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking stove, lantern, pots, pans, plates, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags and fire starter.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Check in/out at noon |
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| Reservations: | A non-refundable service fee will be added to each reservation by Recreation.gov |
| Fees: | $30/night peak season May 1 – September 30 $25/night non-peak season October 1 – April 30 |
| Usage: | Light |
| Closest Towns: | Naukati, Whale Pass |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Pit Toilet (1) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: Mouth of Shipley Creek in Shipley Bay on Kosciusko Island, 46 air miles (74 km) from Craig, 60 miles (97 km) from Wrangell, and 85 miles (137 km) from Ketchikan. USGS Map Petersburg A-5. Float plane or 1-hour boat ride from El Capitan dock. Best to arrive at high tide (see Sitka tide tables). Mooring buoy in bay available on first-come, first-served basis. Mooring of more than one vessel allowed if first party there agrees.Activities
Tidepooling
Explore large rocky beach in front of cabin to find barnacles, mussels, starfish, crab, abalone, and jelly fish. Enjoy amazing views on a clear day of Mount Francis, a picturesque 2,592-foot limestone peak, across the bay.Cabin Rentals
Occupancy of Forest Service cabins is by permit only.
| Reservation Info | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=71889&topTabIndex=CampingSpot |
Salt Water Fishing
Good fishing for salmon at mouth of creek or halibut farther out. Cabin located at mouth of Shipley Creek in Shipley Bay on Kosciusko Island, 46 air miles (74 km) from Craig, 60 miles (97 km) from Wrangell, and 85 miles (137 km) from Ketchikan.| Fish Species | 3 species of salmon, halibut |
| Fishing Mode | bank and boat |
| Water Temperature | Cold |
| Fishing Method | Bait or lure |
River and Stream Fishing
Good fishing in creek near cabin or hike rugged 0.8-mile natural-tread trail to Shipley Lake for more fishing opportunities.| Special Designations | Catch-and-release fishing is encouraged for steelhead and cutthroat as wild populations are fragile in many waters throughout the area. |
| Fish Species | Silver salmon, sockeye salmon, pink salmon, dolly Varden, steelhead trout, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout |
| Fishing Mode | Bank |
| Water Temperature | Mixed warm/cold |
| Fishing Method | Fly or lure |
Viewing Wildlife
Watch whales, sea lions, and other ocean wildlife from this oceanside cabin or hike a rustic trail through the forest to Shipley Lake. Stream and lake support cutthroat, rainbow, dolly Varden, steelhead, three species of salmon. Black bears, bald eagles, and shore birds abundant.| Species | Whales, sea lions, bald eagles, waterfowl, salmon, black bear, shore birds |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
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Viewing Scenery
From the cabin, Mount Francis a picturesque 2,592-foot limestone peak is visible.| Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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Boating - Motorized
The waters around the cabin offer excellent opportunities for crabbing, wildlife viewing, saltwater fishing, and recreational boating. A mooring buoy is located a short distance from the cabin.Boating - Non-Motorized
A mooring buoy is provided near the cabin, and a raft or kayak can be used to access shore. Kayaking around Shipley Bay offers an excellent opportunity for fishing and wildlife viewing.Related Information
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