About Black Bear Lake Cabin (tongass National Forest, Ak)
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Reviews (3)
What Guests Are Saying
The Black Bear Lake Cabin is well-maintained with a new deck and stunning scenery. While the steep terrain requires good physical condition for hiking, the views are rewarding. Bringing a small trolling motor is recommended for easier boating, as rowing can be challenging in windy conditions.
What Guests Are Saying
The Black Bear Lake Cabin is well-maintained with a new deck and stunning scenery. While the steep terrain requires good physical condition for hiking, the views are rewarding. Bringing a small trolling motor is recommended for easier boating, as rowing can be challenging in windy conditions.
Review Summary
Michael D
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BLACK BEAR LAKE CABIN
The cabin is in great shape and the scenery is beautiful. Don't show up out of shape because it is steep but worth the hike up the mountain. There are lots of black bear in this area. I recommend showing up with a small trolling motor if you want to utilize the boats because rowing can be a chore especially if a south wind hits.
Kaleb P
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BLACK BEAR LAKE CABIN
The cabin is in great shape! New deck, clean area, 2 boats at the lake and beautiful scenery. The mountains around it are very steep, so you better be in shape if you want to hike much.
Ashley J
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2020 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BLACK BEAR LAKE CABIN
Very steep terrain but enjoyed our stay. Would go again.
Location Black Bear Lake Cabin (tongass National Forest, Ak)
Address:
P.O. Box 500
Craig, AK, 99921
United States
Access to Bear Lake Cabin is by floatplane only, 50 air miles from Ketchikan. Visitors must walk 20 yards from the lake to the cabin. Refer to USGS map Craig C-3.
Latitude & Longitude: 55.5397 / -132.855
Elevation: 545 feet
Policies & Rules
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This facility is located in an extremely remote and wild area; before making a reservation, become aware of bear, water, and weather safety (including cold) |
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Recreating in Alaska can present both obvious and hidden dangers; please be aware of your surroundings and be prepared for extended stays due to occasionally poor weather |
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The lake is usually ice free from mid-June to September; from October to mid-June, the cabin may be inaccessible to floatplanes due to a frozen lake surface |
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Water is not available at the cabin; visitors must bring their own for drinking, cooking and cleaning, or treat any water from natural sources |
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All garbage and food must be packed out |
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Use of this cabin by a commercial operator, such as an outfitter or guide, is allowed through arrangements with the Permit Administrator on a limited basis. Call (907) 826-3271 to arrange. |
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Same day reservation are available for this cabin |
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Learn more about Tongass National Forest |
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by purchasing firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
