Hoonah Ranger District
The Hoonah Ranger District encompasses most of Chichagof Island, an island known for its high density of brown bears. A system of dirt roads provides for further exploration and opportunities to hunt, fish, hike, pick berries, mountain bike, and watch wildlife. Hoonah is one of the largest Tlingit villages in Alaska and offers various cultural sites and events.
Recreation Sites
Bear Paw Lake Picnic Site
This .3 miles goes from long scenic trail 25 miles from Hoonah along Forest road 8508. The outlet creek is crossed by a trail bridge, which provides an opportunity to observe fish and water birds.…
Bohemia Basin Shelter
An Adirondack style emergency shelter at the mouth of Bohemia Creek on the north end of Lisianski Strait. The shelter is supplied with a wood stove, food preparation table, and sleeping bunks. This…
Eight Fathom Cabin
A saltwater cabin located 15 miles from the City of Hoonah, Alaska in the protected waters of Port Frederick. It is a rustic 15'x17' milled log style cabin built on the shore of Eight Fathom Bight…
Greentop Cabin
A rustic 2 story log cabin built in the 1940's on the outer coast of Yakobi Island protected from the Pacific Ocean by Greentop Harbor. Saltwater access only. Rugged rocky coastline with abundant…
Kennel Creek Cabin
The 16 X 22-ft. milled cedar log cabin has a sleeping loft, balcony and deck. The cabin accommodates up to 8 people. There is one single over double bunk on the main floor and a full sleeping loft.…
Lower Suntaheen River Trailhead
Site Open
An accessible viewing platform viewing Suntaheen Creek and salmon runs while in season.
Neka Hot Springs Swimming Site
An accessible 0.2 mile boardwalk near milepost 9 on the forest road 8580 winds its way through a muskeg to the hot tub. Expect to see wildlife, and be on the lookout for brown bears which commonly…
Pinta Cove Shelter
An Adirondack style emergency shelter at Pinta Cove. The shelter is supplied with a wood stove, food preparation table, and sleeping bunks. This shelter is available for recreational use on a…
Wukuklook Beach Trailhead
Site Open
Wukuklook Beach Trailhead