Kanga Bay Cabin

Sitka Ranger District, Sitka, Alaska, United States
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About Kanga Bay Cabin

Kanga Bay Cabin overlooks a secluded cove off Redoubt Bay on Baranof Island, and was built in 1998 by local volunteers. It's available year round, weather permitting, and makes an excellent base for experiencing and exploring this corner of Alaska. The site is remote. It can only be accessed by floatplane or boat. It's 10-minute plane ride or a 40-minute boat ride from Sitka. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

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2026 (Current year)

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S24, Loop: AREA KANGA BAY CABIN

S24, Loop: AREA KANGA BAY CABIN

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Up to 6 guests
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35 reviews

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Guests had a wonderful time at Kanga Bay Cabin, enjoying good weather and great fishing. While there was an issue with vandalism on the front porch, they took steps to make it safer. Overall, the facilities were well-maintained and met all their needs.

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Carl L

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August 4, 2026 Stayed at: S24, Loop: AREA KANGA BAY CABIN

Had a Great time at Kanga Bay cabin, weather was good, fishing was great. We noticed one problem right off the bat, apparently somebody had a burned a fire right in the middle of the front porch, we swept off the porch and put some boards over it to make it a little safer. I hope that whoever did this Disgusting act of vandalism was caught and punished. This kinda behavior is not acceptable and the people who are responsible for this should be banned from using any forest service cabins for life.

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Brandon T

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July 19, 2024 Stayed at: S24, Loop: AREA KANGA BAY CABIN

Great little cabin. The wood stove is currently out of service, tried to start a fire but no smoke is exiting the chimney. Bummer after over an inch of rain fell the day we arrived.

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Brandon T

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July 19, 2024 Stayed at: S24, Loop: AREA KANGA BAY CABIN

Great little cabin. The wood stove is currently out of service, tried to start a fire but no smoke is exiting the chimney. Bummer after over an inch of rain fell the day we arrived.

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Brandon T

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July 19, 2024 Stayed at: S24, Loop: AREA KANGA BAY CABIN

Great little cabin. The wood stove is currently out of service, tried to start a fire but no smoke is exiting the chimney. Bummer after over an inch of rain fell the day we arrived.

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Location & Directions for Kanga Bay Cabin

Sitka Ranger District, Sitka, AK 99835 United States

Elevation: 20 ft

Getting There

Accessible year round, weather permitting. Located 12 air miles south of Sitka on Baranof Island within Kanga Bay. From Sitka, floatplane access is 10 minutes, boat access is 40 minutes. For geographic features surrounding the cabin, refer to USGS...

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Contact the Sitka Convention and Visitors Bureau for boat or air charters.

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 risks related to bears, water, and weather before reserving.
  • Stay aware of surroundings and be prepared for extended stays due to weather conditions.
  • The cabin has protected boat anchorage, but beware of occasional high winds.
  • Pack out all garbage and food when you leave.

Site types & loops

  • The cabin is not maintained in winter and firewood may be limited.

Utilities

  • Always treat or boil water before consumption.

General

  • Learn more about the Tongass National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood to prevent pests; buy firewood locally and burn it on-site.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Report sightings of the invasive European Green Crab in the area to assist with management.

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