Thorne Bay Ranger District
Covering the northern half of Prince of Wales Island, the Thorne Bay District is known for its cave systems and karst topography. The caves offer a unique recreation opportunity for visitors and a valuable research area for scientists. Paddlers can also take advantage of two water trails found on the District.
Recreation Sites
Barnes Lake Cabin
Pan-abode cedar log cabin (12' x 12') with large covered porch on the western shore of Barnes lake, a saltwater lagoon. Surrounded by old-growth spruce and hemlock forest. Tidal flat in front of…
Big Lake Fish Wildlife Viewing Site
A 100 foot short gravel accessible trail takes visitors to a platform viewing area with interpretive signs. Special Features: Visitors to this site can learn about the life cycle of salmon and how a…
Black Bear Lake Cabin
Pan-abode cedar log cabin (12' x 12') on the shore of Black Bear Lake, high in the Klawock Mountains. Lake is clear, cold, amid rugged mountain peaks rising to nearly 4,000' (1220 m) elevation.…
Control Lake Cabin
Large multi-room wooden cabin on the shore of Control Lake. Historically served as the Ranger District office. Partially furnished with rustic log furniture. Accessible by short row (rowboat…
Josephine Lake Cabin
Pan Abode cedar log cabin (12' x 12') is located at 1,800 feet on a cold, clear alpine lake surrounded by 4,000 foot peaks in rugged terrain. Hiking, hunting, and photography are popular at the site.…
Karta Lake Cabin
Pan Abode cedar log cabin (12'x12') on Karta Lake in the Karta Wilderness. Nestled in a mature second growth forest of spruce, hemlock, and cedar with surrounding views of snow-capped peaks.…
Karta River Cabin
Pan Abode cedar log cabin (12'x14') with large porch at mouth of Karta River and edge of bay. Trailhead to 5.5 mile Karta Trail into Karta Wilderness begins by cabin. Floatplanes and boats may land…
Red Bay Lake Cabin
15' X 17' 2-story Pan-Abode log cabin nestled among old growth spruce and cedar on the shore of Red Bay Lake. Cabin offers spectacular view of Red Bay Mountain's limestone cliffs and great wildlife…
Salmon Bay Lake Cabin
12' x 14' Pan-Abode log cabin located on shore of Salmon Bay Lake. Good fishing for cutthroat, Dolly Varden. Good hunting for Sitka black-tail deer. Swimming, beach activities during warmer summer…
Twelvemile Cabin
Twelvemile Cabin is a fully accessible cabin located on Twelvemile Inlet on Prince of Wales Island in southeastern Alaska. The site offers recreation, relaxation and a unique lodging experience in…