Kathleen Lake Cabin
This is a small dark A-frame cabin, within Native selected lands, with sleeping space for 4 to 5 people. The cabin sits on level ground 200' (61 m) from the beach within a small parcel of timber. Much of the surrounding area is private land and has been has been clearcut. The area around the cabin shows a patchwork pattern of logged and unlogged areas. Facilities: 2 single wooden bunks, Sleeping loft, Broom, Cooking counter and shelves, Oil stove (takes #1 fuel oil, NOT provided),Outhouse, Table and benches, Skiff with oars. Water is available from the lake. Treat all water before using. The cabin has an oil stove for heat. Bring your own #1 fuel oil, personal flotation devices, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking stove, lantern, pots, pans, plates, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, fire extinguisher, and fire starter. Please follow the oil stove directions carefully. Cabin users may also choose to bring a small outboard motor (less than 10 horsepower due to wilderness regulations). You are in brown bear country. The area surrounding the cabin has been clearcut fairly recently. An active road system encompasses the lake. You are surrounded by Shee Atika Corporation lands and a permit is necessary to hike from the cabin. Fee information and application forms are available from the corporation by calling toll-free 1-800-478-3534.
At a Glance
Reservations: | A non-refundable service fee will be added to each reservation by Recreation.gov |
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Fees: | $25/night peak season May 1 – September 30 $25/night non-peak season October 1 – April 30 |
Permit Info: | Yes |
Usage: | Light |
Closest Towns: | Juneau |
Water: | Non-Potable Water |
Restroom: | Pit |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: Located on the west side of Admiralty Island and east end of the lake. Access is by float plane. It is about a 30-minute flight from Juneau. Suggested USGS topo maps: Sitka D-2, D-3Activities
Cabin Rentals
Occupancy of Forest Service cabins is by permit only. Reservations may be made up to 180 days in advance by calling 1-877-444-6777 (518-885-3639 overseas) or via internet at www.recreation.gov. Reservations are restricted to a maximum stay of 7 consecutive nights per party for any one reservation May 1 - September 30 and a maximum stay of 10 consecutive nights per party October 1 - April 30.
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 |
Size Restrictions | Max no of people - 5 |
Lake and Pond Fishing
Lake Kathleen is usually ice free by early May through mid November for fishing. Shallow along edges of lake.Special Designations | For fishing information, contact the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. |
Fishing Mode | skiff, shoreline, hip and chest waders |
Fish Species | Large population of Dolly Varden |
Water Temperature | Ice covered for five months and fed by snowmelt and cold rain runoff, this lake remains cold |
Fishing Method | Lures: artificial lures - shiny spoons and spinners, and flies |
Water/Flow Level | Lake level will rise abruptly and cover shoreline beach during periods of heavy rainfall |
Big Game Hunting
Much of the surrounding area is private land and has been clearcut. Clearcuts are visible from the cabin. The road system is overgrown on sections. You are surrounded by Shee Atika Corporation lands and a permit is necessary to hike from the cabin. Fee information and application forms are available from the corporation by calling toll-free 1-800-478-3534. For hunting regulations, contact the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.Species | Brown Bear, Sitka Blacktail Deer |
Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
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Small Game Hunting
Much of the surrounding area is private land and has been clearcut. Clearcuts are visible from the cabin. The road system is overgrown on sections. You are surrounded by Shee Atika Corporation lands and a permit is necessary to hike from the cabin. Fee information and application forms are available from the corporation by calling toll-free 1-800-478-3534. For hunting regulations, contact the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.Species | Marten, Red Squirrel, River Otter, Beaver ,Mink |
Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
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Game Bird/Waterfowl
Much of the surrounding area is private land and has been clearcut. Clearcuts are visible from the cabin. The road system is overgrown on sections. You are surrounded by Shee Atika Corporation lands and a permit is necessary to hike from the cabin. Fee information and application forms are available from the corporation by calling toll-free 1-800-478-3534. For hunting regulations, contact the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.
Species | Grouse, Canada geese, scoters, long-tailed duck, Barrow's goldeneye, harlequin, and buffleheads along with mallards, scaups, and mergansers. |
Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
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Viewing Wildlife
Although the valley this cabin sits in has been logged, healthy wildlife populations provide wildlife viewing along the lake shoreline and logging roads. You are surrounded by Shee Atika Corporation lands and a permit is necessary to hike from the cabin.Species | Brown bear, Sitka blacktail deer, numerous bird species, mink, marten, river otter, beaver, red squirrel, western toad, rough skinned newt are among the list of creatures inhabiting the area. |
Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
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Viewing Plants
Boating - Motorized
skiff with oars located by Lake Kathleen cabinType of Craft | lake skiff |
Motor Type | Cabin users may also choose to bring a small outboard motor (less than 10 horsepower due to wilderness regulations). |
Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Boating - Non-Motorized
skiff with oars located near Lake Kathleen cabinDifficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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Swimming
Lake Kathleen is ice covered for five months, snowmelt and cold rain keeps it full during the spring and summer so the water temperature is never considered warm. Late July through August the surface water near the shoreline can warm enough that on a sunny afternoon a swim is possible.Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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