DESCRIPTION:
A primitive boat launch and small parking area provide access to the
north end of Luck Lake.
LOCATION:
About
6 road miles south of Coffman Cove or 30 road miles north
of Thorne Bay. The access site is located
on a spur road off Forest Road 3030.
USGS quad map: Craig D-3
Longitude: -132.762033; Latitude: 55.952580
Recommended Seasons:
Spring
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Summer
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Fall
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Winter
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TERRAIN: Gently sloping with dense second
growth forest surrounding the access site. The vegetation
is typical of southeast Alaska. Skunk cabbage, devils club,
and assorted ferns and mosses provide ground cover.
RECOMMENDED TECHNIQUES for releasing
fish without injury:
• Land fish quickly by using heavier line and
leader
• Do not net fish to be released, keep fish
in the water
• Carefully remove hooks from fish with forceps
or needle-nose pliers, minimize handling
• For deeply hooked fish, leave the hook in
place and cut the leader close to the fish's mouth
• Use artificial lures or flies (to reduce deep-hooking)
and barbless hooks
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SPECIAL
FEATURES:
Beautiful scenery and solitude can be found throughout the year at Luck
Lake. At low lake levels, a narrow sandy beach along the northern shore
provides an easy walking path to Eagle Creek, a popular fishing stream.
The shallow lake bottom near the access site provides an enjoyable swimming
area. Explore the lake edge with a canoe or kayak and watch for signs
of wildlife, or fish the lake for salmon and trout.
Refer to Alaska Department of Fish and Game's Prince of
Wales Island fishing guide for area fishing information:
Prince
of Wales Fishing Guide (622 kb PDF)
Practice Leave No Trace
• Plan Ahead and Prepare
• Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
• Dispose of Waste Properly
• Leave What You Find
• Minimize Campfire Impacts
• Respect Wildlife
• Be Considerate of Other Visitors
SAFETY TIPS:
• Discharging firearms is prohibited within 150 yards of buildings,
campsites, developed recreation sites, or occupied areas
• Fireworks or other explosives are prohibited
• Use only fire rings provided by the Forest
Service
• Be respectful of others and keep your
pets under control
• Do NOT feed or approach bears!
• Water for consumption should be treated
or boiled
• Rubber boots, rain gear and insect repellent
are recommended
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