How much does camping cost at Honker Lake Cabin?

Camping fees at Honker Lake Cabin are $25/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Book online to see exact pricing for your dates.

Is Honker Lake Cabin first-come first-served or reservation?

Honker Lake Cabin accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Honker Lake Cabin before I book?

Yes! Honker Lake Cabin has 6 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve.

What is the best time to visit Honker Lake Cabin?

Honker Lake Cabin is open January 01 to December 31. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Honker Lake Cabin?

Honker Lake Cabin does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Honker Lake Cabin have?

Honker Lake Cabin has 1 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Honker Lake Cabin?

Pets are not allowed at Honker Lake Cabin. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Honker Lake Cabin?

Honker Lake Cabin offers: Restrooms. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Honker Lake Cabin?

Popular activities at Honker Lake Cabin include Fishing, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Honker Lake Cabin

4.38

8 reviews

HONKER LAKE CABIN, PO BOX 19001, THORNE BAY, AK 99919, USA

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Featured in:Primitive Camping Alaska

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200 ft

Price

$25/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Open from May 1 to D...

Cell

Unknown

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Quick Facts

200 ft

Price

$25/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Open from May 1 to D...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Book on Recreation.gov Official Website

Get Directions

Elevation by Open-Meteo.com, licensed under CC BY 4.0, processed by Outdoorithm.

Honker Lake Cabin

$25.00 / night

Campsite Fees

CABIN NONELECTRIC: $25.00. Plus Recreation.gov reservation transaction fee ($8 online / $9 phone / $3 in person).

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HONKER LAKE CABIN, PO BOX 19001, THORNE BAY, AK 99919, USA

Honker Lake Cabin

HONKER LAKE CABIN, PO BOX 19001, THORNE BAY, AK 99919, USA

Nearby places

Ketchikan: 54 air miles

Driving directionsHonker Lake Cabin is accessible by float plane or canoe along the Honker Divide Canoe Route. The cabin is 54 air miles from Ketchikan. The canoe launch at Hatchery Creek Bridge is 6 miles to the cabin and typically takes 7-8 hours of paddling. Inclement weather conditions may extend travel time, and winter access can be difficult due to snow and ice. Guests should plan accordingly and bring extra supplies to last 2-5 days.

Weather at Honker Lake Cabin

Best Time to Camp at Honker Lake Cabin

Best season: summer. Summer offers the longest daylight, the mildest temperatures (typically highs around 50–65°F / 10–18°C and lows in the 40s°F / ~5–8°C), and the most reliable access to Honker Lake and the Honker Divide canoe route. Paddling, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing are at their peak — mirror-like mornings for canoeing, active salmon and trout fishing, and abundant bird and mammal activity in the old-growth forest. Because the cabin is remote, crowds remain light compared with road-access parks, but Peak months: July, August, June, September Avoid: January, February, March, April

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Best season: mild temps, long daylight and most reliable access in summer.

Planning Tips

Peak Season: January 01 to December 31. Book 2-3 months ahead.
Operating Season: Open from May 1 to December 31, with reservations starting June 20. Inaccessible during certain times due to frozen lakes and weather conditions.

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About Honker Lake Cabin

Honker Lake Cabin sits on a remote lake in Tongass National Forest, accessible only by floatplane or a multi-day paddle via the Honker Divide canoe route. Managed by the Thorne Bay Ranger District, this single-cabin retreat offers fishing, wildlife viewing, and backcountry solitude during the summer season. The cabin provides shelter in a roadless wilderness where paddlers and anglers come to escape.

Honker Lake Cabin offers a unique primitive camping experience in a remote, natural environment of southeastern Alaska.

Weather and SeasonsBest season: summer. Summer offers the longest daylight, the mildest temperatures (typically highs around 50–65°F / 10–18°C and lows in the 40s°F / ~5–8°C), and the most reliable access to Honker Lake and the Honker Divide canoe route. Paddling, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing are at their peak — mirror-like mornings for canoeing, active salmon and trout fishing, and abundant bird and mammal activity in the old-growth forest. Because the cabin is remote, crowds remain light compared with road-access parks, but Peak months: July, August, June, September Avoid: January, February, March, April

Elevation200 ft above sea level

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Natural Features and SceneryAncient Sitka spruce, western hemlock, and cedar form a dense canopy above moss-covered logs and streams. The understory is thick with huckleberry and salmonberry. Honker Lake stretches out from the cabin, feeding into the Honker Divide Canoe Route's network of blue corridors through the forest. Bald eagles hunt overhead. Wolves, Sitka black-tailed deer, and black bears move through the area. The rainforest here is part of the Tongass, the world's largest intact temperate rainforest.

Lodging & AccommodationsThe cabin is a 12 x 12 foot pre-cut cedar log cabin (pan-abode style) featuring primitive accommodations. It includes bunkbeds for up to six guests, and a wood stove for heat. Additional amenities like an aluminum skiff with oars are provided, but water and electricity are unavailable.

Programs & ActivitiesNo cultural or educational programs are mentioned.

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Stay Limit

You may stay up to 7 nights during a visit at this campground.

Guests Allowed Per Site

The cabin accommodates up to 6 guests.

Tents

Tents are not allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsReservations can be made on Recreation.gov.

Site SizeThe cabin can accommodate up to six guests, although bunkbeds do not have mattresses.

PrivacyThe cabin is located in a remote, forested area offering a high degree of privacy.

Total Campsites1 campsites

Recommended SitesRecommended to bring personal floatation devices, water treatment gear, and extra supplies due to remoteness.

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Amenities available

The Honker Lake Cabin in the Tongass National Forest offers primitive accommodations located in a scenic and remote area of southeastern Alaska. Official sources highlight amenities such as a wood stove for heat, a cooking counter, wooden bunkbeds without mattresses that sleep up to six guests, and an outdoor toilet. It also includes shelves, cupboard space, an axe, splitting maul, and a broom. One of its unique features is the availability of an aluminum skiff with oars, which guests may supplement with a long shaft motor. Firewood may be available but cannot be guaranteed. "Guests must bring their own food, water, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cook stove, stove fuel, fire starter, cooking gear/utensils, light source (lantern), toilet paper, first aid kit, and garbage bags." The cabin does not provide running water or electricity, and water from the lake must be boiled, filtered, or chemically treated before consumption.

Firewood available

Lodging and accommodations

Vault toilets

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Things to do at Honker Lake Cabin

Honker Lake Cabin provides opportunities for outdoor recreation in a pristine and remote natural environment. Popular activities include canoeing on the Honker Divide Canoe Route, which spans 30 miles through lakes and rivers, fishing for species such as rainbow and cutthroat trout and salmon, and hiking along primitive trails bordering Honker Lake.

Fishing4.0/5

Fishing is a prominent activity; trout, Dolly Varden, coho and sockeye are listed.

Boating4.0/5

On the Honker Divide 30-mile canoe route; paddlers and an aluminum skiff noted.

Wildlife viewing4.0/5

Area described as rich in wildlife: Canada geese, bald eagles, wolves, Sitka species.

Water Sports4.0/5

Canoe route and paddling access make it suitable for kayaks/canoes.

Winter Activities

Signature experiences

Stargazing4.0/5Roadless, remote location implies dark skies though dense canopy may limit views.

Photography4.0/5Varied subjects: lake, old-growth forest, wildlife and canoe corridor scenery.

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Policies & Safety

No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

No Flush ToiletsThe cabin features an outdoor toilet but does not have flush toilets.

No Electric HookupsElectric hookups are not available at this campground. RV campers should arrive with a full battery and plan for off-grid power (generator hours/quiet rules permitting).

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

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4.4

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Honker Lake Cabin is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

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Honker Lake Cabin

$25.00 / night

Campsite Fees

CABIN NONELECTRIC: $25.00. Plus Recreation.gov reservation transaction fee ($8 online / $9 phone / $3 in person).

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P.O. 19001, KETCHIKAN/THORNE BAY, AK 99919

Sweet Water Lake Cabin sits on a remote lake in the Tongass National Forest near Coffman Cove, managed by the Thorne Bay Ranger District. This primitive rental cabin offers access to trout and salmon fishing, calm-water boating, and wildlife viewing during summer months when eagles, otters, and bears frequent the shoreline. Guests reach the lake via an unmarked trail and enjoy quiet, off-grid solitude surrounded by Southeast Alaska rainforest.

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