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Log Jam Bay Cabin

Log Jam Bay Cabin is a 12 x 14-foot rustic cabin that accommodates up to 6 people. Cabin amenities include a table, wood stove, oil stove, splitting maul, saw, rainwater catchment barrel, outhouse, and rowboat. Please note, life jackets are not provided so be sure to bring your own. 

There is no running water, electricity, mattress or bedding, cooking utensils, stove oil, cut firewood.

Guests should bring their own kerosene supply for the oil stove. About one gallon a day is sufficient. 

Pack out what you pack in and leave it clean!

Current Conditions
This cabin is located on Montague Island, an extremely remote and wild area. Before making a reservation, be aware of bear, water, and weather safety. Inclement weather may cause an unexpected extension of the trip. Bringing extra supplies (2-5 days) and a cooking stove is recommended. Boil surface water for 5 minutes before drinking. There may be long periods of time between maintenance trips, and conditions on the ground may be different than expected as a result of storm damage or other circumstances. Please be aware of your surroundings and report any facility damages to Cordova Ranger District staff.

Reservations

Make Reservations Here

Visit recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777 (overseas: 518-885-3639) to check availability and make a reservation. Cabin reservations can be made up to 180 days in advance. 

General Information

Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round. Check-in/Check-out time is 12pm.

A permit is required to hunt at the Log Jam Bay Cabin. Visit the Alaska Department of Fish & Game's website to review hunting and fishing regulations and purchase permits.

Per night prices range from $50-60 depending on the season. Cabin fees are based on non-peak/peak season. Seasons vary by cabin. A non-refundable service fee will be added to each reservation by Recreation.gov

Contact Name: Cordova Ranger District

Contact Phone: (907) 424-7661

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 59.87814

Longitude: -147.4603

Directions

The cabin is located 65 miles southwest of Cordova on the northeast side of Stump Lake on Montague Island.

The cabin is a 45-minute flight from Cordova and Seward by float plane or wheeled plane. Wheeled planes land on the outside beach strip at low tide. If a wheeled plane is used, access is limited by tides and gear must be hiked to the cabin from the landing area which is 3/4 mile from the cabin via trail. Please consult local tide tables and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's website for the most current tide predictions. 

Travel Considerations

Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety and must bring several of their own amenities.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Fishing - Lake & Pond Info

The cabin is on an 80-acre lake with a rowboat that guests can use. Please bring and use life vests. During the open season, guests can fish for cutthroat trout and Dolly Varden - most abundant fish. They can be caught off of the rocky points or near the pond lily beds around the lake with fly fishing or spinning gear. Pink, coho, and sockeye salmon come into the lake, but the populations are relatively small. Visit the Alaska Department of Fish & Game's website to review fishing regulations and purchase a license.

Fishing - River/Stream Info

During the open season, the best salmon fishing is for coho and pinks in the ocean or the mouth of the creek at high tide. Visit the Alaska Department of Fish & Game's website to review fishing regulations and purchase a license.

Note: Salmon fish counts are monitored throughout Alaska and determine the daily limits for sport, commercial and subsistence fishing. Anyone fishing in Alaska should be aware that the limits are subject to change and/or restriction depending on the fish count. 

Emergency orders, often restricting the harvest of king salmon, can be issued at any time and have the same force and effect as law. Be sure to check the ADF&G's Emergency Order and Press Releases page prior to fishing.

 

Hunting Info

During the open seasons and in designated areas, visitors can hunt for deer which is popular in the area. Please examine the Alaska Department of Fish & Game's hunting regulations prior to your trip.

Last updated March 25th, 2025