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Castle Flats Cabin
The Castle Flats single level hunter style cabin has an oil heater (#1 stove oil only), 4 single bunks, wood stove, woodshed, axe/maul, wooden table and benches, counter, rowboat with oars, and pit-type outhouse. Life jackets, stove oil, bedding, and cooking utensils are not provided. Firewood is provided for wood stove use only, but is not guaranteed. The area near the cabin is predominantly flat; old growth forest, muskeg and riparian.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | A non-refundable service fee will be added to each reservation by Recreation.gov |
|---|---|
| Fees: | $40/night peak season May 1 – September 30 $25/night non-peak season October 1 – April 30 |
| Usage: | Light |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Pit Toilet |
| Operated By: | Forest Service - Petersburg Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:16 air miles (25 km) or 30 water miles (48 km) from Petersburg on the edge of the mud flats of Castle River, on the west side of Duncan Canal on Kupreanof Island
General Notes:
The cabin is accessible only by boat or float plane from Petersburg, and tides impact access. During low tides, a 2-mile hike is necessary to reach the cabin. A minimum of a 13’ tide is required to reach the cabin.
Activities
Cabin Rentals
The Castle Flats single level hunter style cabin has an oil heater (#1 stove oil only), 4 single bunks, wood stove, woodshed, axe/maul, wooden table and benches, counter, rowboat with oars, and pit-type outhouse. Life jackets, stove oil, bedding, and cooking utensils are not provided. Firewood is provided for wood stove use only, but is not guaranteed. The area near the cabin is predominantly flat; old growth forest, muskeg and riparian. Occupancy of Forest Service cabins is by permit only. Reservations may be made up to 180 days in advance.
| 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 www.recreation.gov, this link will also provide more detailed information about the cabin. |
| Size Restrictions | 4 |
River and Stream Fishing
Day Hiking
The 1.1-mile long Castle River Trail connects the Castle Flats Cabin to the Castle River Cabin. The trail continues beyond the river cabin to a rowboat and access to fishing holes.
Big Game Hunting
Black bear, moose, and deer hunting. Visit http://hunt.alaska.gov for the most up-to-date regulation information.
Game Bird/Waterfowl
Grouse and waterfowl hunting. Visit http://hunt.alaska.gov for the most up-to-date regulation information.
Viewing Wildlife
Great bird and wildlife watching right from the cabin.Boating - Motorized
The cabin can be accessed by boat from Petersburg, but requires a 13' tide. Access to Duncan Canal and Sumner Strait.Related Information
Location
