Hugh Smith Lake Cabin

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20 ft

Price

$45 - $60/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Year-round

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Hugh Smith Lake Cabin
$45.00 - $60.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Facility rates vary by season: Peak Season (May 01 - Sep 30) is $60 per night, Non-Peak Season (Oct 01 - Dec 31) is $45 per night. Rates do not...
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Premium Site Fee$0.00
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Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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Hugh Smith Lake Cabin

55.0948, -130.6458

Driving directionsThe cabin is located approximately 55 air miles southeast of Ketchikan on the mainland south of Marten Arm. Accessible by floatplane. No moorage available. This cabin is in a designated Wilderness area, and access by helicopter is illegal. Refer to USGS Ketchikan A-3. In fall, winter and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface (floatplanes cannot land). Please contact the Ketchikan-Misty Fjords Ranger District for information prior to making reservations during these periods.
Access to Hugh Smith Lake Cabin is only possible via floatplane due to its remote location in a designated Wilderness area. Helicopter access is prohibited. Seasonal restrictions apply, as the lake surface may be frozen in fall, winter, and early spring.
Nearby places
Ketchikan - 55 air miles southeast
Nearby supplies
Guests must bring all supplies, including water, food, firewood, life jackets, and other amenities due to the cabin's remote location.

Best Time to Camp at Hugh Smith Lake Cabin

Winter brings dramatic weather to Hugh Smith Lake, with temperatures hovering between 31°F and 37°F while heavy rains and occasional snow transform the landscape. The cabin truly shines during late spring and early summer, when clear skies and gentle breezes create perfect conditions for exploration. As seasons change, so does the lake itself—winter's icy grip eventually yields to summer's open waters, affecting floatplane access and shaping each visitor's unique experience in this remote corner of Alaska.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.5 / 5

Peak season May–Sep; cabin shines in late spring–summer for access and wildlife viewing.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Non-peak season Oct–Dec; good solitude but wetter and less predictable weather.

Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5
Top 8% in AK

Late spring noted as a high point; wildlife activity and improving access in May.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Winter brings heavy rains and occasional snow; dramatic but not ideal for many visitors.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: May 01 - Sep 30. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Open year-round; Peak Season runs May 01 - Sep 30. Non-Peak Season runs Oct 01 - Dec 31.
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About Hugh Smith Lake Cabin

Deep within Alaska's legendary Inside Passage, Hugh Smith Lake Cabin awaits those seeking true wilderness solitude. This remote sanctuary, accessible only by floatplane, sits nestled among towering old-growth forests at the edge of pristine Hugh Smith Lake in the Misty Fiords National Monument Wilderness. While the cabin provides essential shelter with its rustic amenities, adventurers must arrive fully prepared with all necessary supplies for their backcountry escape. Here, far from civilization's reach, you'll discover the raw beauty of untouched Alaska.
The campground exclusively offers cabin lodging in a remote wilderness setting.
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You may stay up to 7 nights during a visit at this campground.

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Vault toilets
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The Hugh Smith Lake Cabin offers a variety of wilderness recreation opportunities including hiking, fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing. An abandoned cannery site and trails leading to saltwater add options for exploration.
HikingHikers at this campground can explore a trail leading to saltwater. The trail offers views of the old-growth forest and opportunities for solitude.
FishingFishing is popular at Hugh Smith Lake, where anglers can catch cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden, and sockeye salmon. A working fish weir near the outlet of the lake is an added feature for visitors.
BoatingGuests can use the cabin's 14-foot aluminum skiff with oars for boating activities. Life jackets must be brought by visitors.
Wildlife viewingThe area is home to a large population of brown bears as well as species like Sitka black-tailed deer, wolves, martens, and moose. Waterfowl are also commonly seen around the lake.
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsHigh population of brown bears; guests should practice bear safety. Water can be unsafe and needs treatment. Weather conditions may include freezing and heavy precipitation. Guests should be prepared for extended stays due to poor weather.
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No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

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Last updated January 13, 2026
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