Part of Tongass National Forest
The Áax’W Sáani (oux säny) - Little Lakes Cabin is situated north of Little Lakes and surrounded by muskeg. The cabin is open year-round and offers opportunities for both summer and winter recreation. When making reservations, please be aware that the timing of spring/summer road access depends on winter snow levels. Please contact the Wrangell Ranger District for current road condition report. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
The cabin is 16x20 and has two stories with a covered deck. It is designed to sleep 8 people and has sleeping bunks, wood stove, a kitchen counter, and a table with benches. There is also an exterior bear-proof food storage and a woodshed. The cabin, outhouse and routes between are all ABA-accessible.
The forest surrounding the cabin is a mix of spruce, hemlock, cedar and shore pine. The cabin overlooks a lake and is surrounded muskeg. Wrangell Island wildlife includes brown and black bear, moose, porcupines and Sitka black-tailed deer. Eagles and a variety of other birds also make their home here.
This cabin is located near the Long Lake Shelter trailhead which leads to the Long Lake Shelter. This cabin provides access to year-round recreation, hunting, fishing and boating.
This facility is located in a remote location; before making a reservation, become aware of bear, water, and weather safety (including cold)
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
There is no cell phone service at the cabin
Water is not available at the cabin; guests must bring their own water supply
Use of this cabin by a commercial operator, such as an outfitter or guide is not allowed.
<p>Drive southeast along Zimovi Highway for about 25 miles which then continues on as NFSR 6265 (Vista Thomas Lake Rd.) for about 12 miles. Turn right into NFSR 6270 (Fools Inlet) for about 2.5 miles. Turn right into NFSR 6271 (Long Lake), the parking lot will be on the right.</p>
Phone: 907-874-2323