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Reflection Lake Cabin

This is a rustic style 12' X 14' Pan Abode log cabin that was constructed in 1967. This cabin has a spectacular view of the rugged mountains directly across the lake with clinging ice fields visible through much of the season. There is a trail starting from the cabin and ending in Short Bay. Fishing includes steelhead and salmon runs in Short Creek, with resident dolly Varden and trout in the lake. FACILITIES: • Two Single & Two Double Bunks • Wood stove, axe, maul, wedge, wood • Cooking Counter and Table • Shelves and Cupboard Space • Broom •14' aluminum skiff with oars.

Bring your own firewood as it cannot be guaranteed.

General Information

Year Round

$75/night peak season May 1 – September 30
$60/night non-peak season October 1 – April 30

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 56.01180088

Longitude: -131.56819236

Directions

The cabin is located approximately 50 air miles from Ketchikan, on the Cleveland Peninsula northwest of Short Bay. Accessible by float plane on the south east shore of reflection lake. May be inaccessible in fall, winter, and early spring because of the frozen lake surface. Also accessible by boat, there is a 2 mile hike from short bay to the lake with an anchor buoy located in short bay. Refer To: USGS Ketchikan D5,6

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated February 19th, 2025