Can you reserve a site at Wilson Narrows Cabin?

Yes, Wilson Narrows Cabin is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Wilson Narrows Cabin, Alaska — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Wilson Narrows Cabin is situated on the south end of Wilson Lake approximately 44 air miles northeast of Ketchikan. The cabin is available year-round and makes an excellent base for experiencing this corner of Alaska with its recreation options, beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife.

The cabin is remote and does not have electricity, indoor plumbing or cell phone service. It is accessible only by float plane, depending on conditions. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

Wilson Lake is an angler's paradise, offering excellent cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden and kokanee salmon fishing at the lake outlet.

A 14-foot aluminum skiff with oars is provided for rowing around the lake, but visitors must provide their own life jackets.

Facilities

This 12x14-ft. ( pan-abode style ) cabin accommodates 6 people with 2 single and 2 double
bunks. Other amenities include a table and benches, cooking counter, food storage and a broom with dustpan. A wood stove is provided for heat, along with a splitting maul. An outhouse is located nearby. Bring your own firewood as it cannot be guaranteed.

Drinking water is not available at the cabin. It is recommended that visitors bring their own water supply. Water is also available from the lake, but should be treated before drinking or cooking with it
(water safety).

Visitors should also bring sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking gear, lanterns or flashlights, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, a fire extinguisher and fire starter. Rain gear and boots are recommended. Visitors are expected to pack out their trash, gear and food and clean the cabin before leaving ( more
cabin details ).

Natural Features

The cabin is situated within Misty Fiords National Monument Wilderness on the shore of long and narrow Wilson Lake, which was carved out by glaciers. Cabin visitors can enjoy looking out over the placid lake, which is surrounded by rugged mountain peaks and evergreen forest.

Mountain goat, Sitka black-tailed deer, black bear and brown bear are common to the area (bear safety). A variety of birds may be seen in and around Wilson Lake.

The facts

Season: April — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
1 bookable site
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: AREA WILSON NARROWS CABIN

Site types

1 Cabin Nonelectric

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1 campsite at Wilson Narrows Cabin

Check-in 12:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
M11	AREA WILSON NARROWS CABIN	Cabin Nonelectric	—	—	—	6

Getting there

The cabin is accessible by float plane only. It is located approximately 44 air miles northeast of Ketchikan on the mainland, north of Wilson Arm. The cabin sits on the south end of Wilson Lake. This cabin is in a designated Wilderness area, and access by helicopter is illegal. Refer to USGS map Ketchikan B-2 and C-2. In fall, winter, and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface (float planes cannot land). Please contact the Ketchikan-Misty Fjords Ranger District for information prior to making reservations during these periods.

55.47790, -130.58453 · 55°28'40.4"N 130°35'4.3"W

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Typical weather

Typically 68°F in Jul, down to 31°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	31	35	42	51	62	67	68	67	59	48	38	32
Low °F	22	24	28	33	40	47	51	50	45	37	30	24
Precip in	11.0	5.8	6.0	4.1	4.8	3.5	4.7	8.8	11.2	12.1	12.0	8.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 37.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

Only one change per reservation for all Alaska cabins is allowed. Change is defined as a modification to the start or end date of the reservation; after one change has been made, if additional changes are desired, the customer must cancel the current reservation and re-book the new dates.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Wilson Narrows Cabin

Can you reserve a site at Wilson Narrows Cabin?: Yes, Wilson Narrows Cabin is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Wilson Narrows Cabin have?: 1 site.

Also listed by

Wilson Narrows Cabin also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Wilson Narrows Cabin's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$60/night peak season May 1 – September 30 $45/night non-peak season October 1 – April 30

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Phone 907-225-2148
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Wilson Narrows Cabin