Tongass National Forest
Misty Fiords Cabins

Big Goat Lake Shelter

Big Goat Lake Cabin in a clearing backed by young evergreens.

Description: This is a rustic style 12' x 12' Pan-Abode log building with a oil-burning stove (use #1 diesel fuel) and sleeping space for 4 to 6 people. This structure was removed from the cabin reservation system due to poor outhouse and skiff conditions. It was retained as a shelter and is available on a first-come first-served no-charge basis.

Location: About 45 air miles northeast of Ketchikan, on the mainland east of Rudyerd Bay, elevation 1775 feet (540 meters). Accessible by float plane. In fall, winter and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to the frozen lake surface (float planes cannot land). This cabin is located within the Misty Fiords National Monument Wilderness. Please Leave No Trace of your visit.

Season of Use: Year-around.

Facilities:
  • 2 single plywood bunks
  • 2 double plywood bunks
  • Table and benches
  • Oil stove (fuel not provided)
  • Cooking counter
  • Food cupboard and shelves
  • Broom, mop and bucket
  • Outhouse toilet

Water is available from the lake. Treat all water before using. Bring your own fuel oil (#1 diesel) for the oil stove, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking stove, lantern, pots, pans, plates, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, fire extinguisher and fire starter.

Special Features: This is the most scenic cabin on the district. This lake cabin is located in a saddle surrounded by alpine cliffs. This gives numerous opportunities for hiking/exploring, boating, scenic photography, fishing (grayling were planted in 1965; fishing has been good), and wildlife viewing. Mountain goats are plentiful in the area surrounding the cabin. Please note: This cabin is located in the flightseeing flight path with heavy plane traffic June to September.

Rental Fee: None.

Suggested USGS topo map: Ketchikan C-2.

Map showing cabin on Big Goat Lake

Updated March 1, 2006

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