About Southeast Heckman Cabin
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
K04, Loop: AREA SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN
Site Details
Reviews (8)
What Guests Are Saying
The Southeast Heckman Cabin is well-stocked with wood and has been maintained in great shape, thanks to the efforts of the Forest Service and the Recreational Aviation Foundation. The improved dock and boat haul-out make it convenient for launching skiffs, while the accessibility ramp offers a pleasant resting spot with lovely views. However, there is a minor issue with the chimney cap, which leaks when it rains.
What Guests Are Saying
The Southeast Heckman Cabin is well-stocked with wood and has been maintained in great shape, thanks to the efforts of the Forest Service and the Recreational Aviation Foundation. The improved dock and boat haul-out make it convenient for launching skiffs, while the accessibility ramp offers a pleasant resting spot with lovely views. However, there is a minor issue with the chimney cap, which leaks when it rains.
Review Summary
Darryl H
VerifiedNovember 17, 2025 • Stayed at: K04, Loop: AREA SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN
Thanks to the RAF there was plenty of wood and cabin was clean. The chimney cap is not on strait so when it rains it leaks.
Darryl H
VerifiedNovember 17, 2025 • Stayed at: K04, Loop: AREA SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN
Thanks to the RAF there was plenty of wood and cabin was clean. The chimney cap is not on strait so when it rains it leaks.
Orin L
VerifiedJuly 12, 2025 • Stayed at: K04, Loop: AREA SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN
Great cabin. Well stocked with wood, outhouse in good shape.
Orin L
VerifiedJuly 12, 2025 • Stayed at: K04, Loop: AREA SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN
Great cabin. Well stocked with wood, outhouse in good shape.
Jeff D
VerifiedMay 19, 2025 • Stayed at: K04, Loop: AREA SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN
The cabin was in great shape, the Forest Service and the Recreational Aviation Foundation did a great job on it last year. The dock is much improved and the boat haul out makes it easy to launch & recover the skiff. The bench on the accessibility ramp provides a nice resting spot AND a great place to sit and watch the water on a beautiful day.
Jeff D
VerifiedMay 19, 2025 • Stayed at: K04, Loop: AREA SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN
The cabin was in great shape, the Forest Service and the Recreational Aviation Foundation did a great job on it last year. The dock is much improved and the boat haul out makes it easy to launch & recover the skiff. The bench on the accessibility ramp provides a nice resting spot AND a great place to sit and watch the water on a beautiful day.
Jeff D
VerifiedJune 3, 2022 • Stayed at: K04, Loop: AREA SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN
The dock was winter damaged. Worked OK to secure and unload our aircraft, but no longer accessible by ramp. There was a nice stack of dry wood by the stove. The woodshed didn’t have a lot of wood in it. The cabin itself was in good shape. Previous users had left a bunch of food stuffs that they probably thought the next people might use, but things had gotten kinda moldy, we hauled out the trash. Hopefully the USFS will make some repairs and restock the woodshed before autumn. This is one of our favorite fly in cabins and we plan to get back there a few times before the lake freezes up next winter.
Jeff D
VerifiedJune 3, 2022 • Stayed at: K04, Loop: AREA SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN
The dock was winter damaged. Worked OK to secure and unload our aircraft, but no longer accessible by ramp. There was a nice stack of dry wood by the stove. The woodshed didn’t have a lot of wood in it. The cabin itself was in good shape. Previous users had left a bunch of food stuffs that they probably thought the next people might use, but things had gotten kinda moldy, we hauled out the trash. Hopefully the USFS will make some repairs and restock the woodshed before autumn. This is one of our favorite fly in cabins and we plan to get back there a few times before the lake freezes up next winter.
Location Southeast Heckman Cabin
Address:
3031 Tongass Ave.
Ketchikan, AK, 99901
United States
Access to the cabin is by float plane. The cabin is approximately 15 miles from Ketchikan within the Naha Recreation Area.
Cabin is located on the southeast shore of Heckman Lake about a half mile across from the inlet of the Naha River. Refer to USGS map Ketchikan C-5.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 55.5752 / -131.527
Elevation: 44 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- You can make same day reservations for the cabin.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- Be aware of safety regarding bears, water, and weather conditions before booking.
- Stay vigilant and be prepared for changing weather conditions while recreating in Alaska.
- All trash, food, and gear must be packed out.
- The reservation holder must be at least 18 years old and part of the cabin-using party.
Utilities
- Drinking water is not supplied at the cabin.
Fires & fuel
- Conserve firewood; it is provided for wood stove use only.
- Do not move firewood; buy it near your destination to prevent pests.
Fees & deposits
- No discounts are available for Golden Age/Access Passports.
Local regulations
- Information about the Tongass National Forest is available.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
