Mallard Slough Cabin
16' x 16' A-frame cabin with loft, small deck, 2 single bunks, table, benches, wood stove, wood shed, splitting maul. Bedding, cooking utensils, and firewood not provided. The cabin has excellent views of the Stikine River delta. The Mallard Slough trail begins behind the cabin and ends at LeConte Bay. Cabin is located within the Stikine-LeConte Wilderness.
Guests should provide their own firewood.
At a Glance
Reservations: | www.recreation.gov A $9 reservation fee will be added to each reservation. |
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Fees: | $40/night peak season May 1 – September 30 $40/night non-peak season October 1 – April 30 |
Usage: | Light |
Closest Towns: | Petersburg/Wrangell |
Water: | Water available from catchment. Bringing your own water is recommended. Treat all water before using. |
Restroom: | outhouse |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: Mainland, 22 miles N of Wrangell on the Stikine River delta between LeConte Bay and North Arm of Stikine RiverActivities
Cabin Rentals
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. Cabin reservations (check-in & check-out time) are from noon to noon. |
Size Restrictions | 7 |
Day Hiking
2.7 mile Mallard Slough Trail from cabin to LeConte Bay; minimal surfacing the first 0.4 miles, none thereafter. From cabin, trail goes over forested ridge to grass flats. Trail is marked by wooden posts across flats to LeConte Bay. Waterproof boots recommended.Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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Game Bird/Waterfowl
Waterfowl hunting on tidal flats during designated season. Check Alaska Department of Fish and Game regulations.
Viewing Wildlife
Moose, black and brown bear, wolves. Good bird viewing during spring and fall migrations of waterfowl and shorebirds. Hawks, owls, bald eagles.Viewing Plants
wildflowers (May-June)Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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