Twelvemile Cabin

Star4.98
13 reviews
TWELVEMILE CABIN, PO BOX 500, CRAIG, AK, 99921, USA

Quick Facts

59 ft

Price

$45 - $55/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Open May 1, 2025 to ...

Cell

Unknown

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Twelvemile Cabin
$45.00 - $55.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Cabin Nonelectric fees are $55 during May 1 to September 30 (Peak Season) and $45 during October 1 to December 31 (Non-Peak Season). Fees do not...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.98

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Based on 13 reviews

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"User reviews reflect high satisfaction with Twelvemile Cabin, particularly praising its cleanliness, scenic surroundings, and accessibility."

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TWELVEMILE CABIN, PO BOX 500, CRAIG, AK, 99921, USA

Twelvemile Cabin

TWELVEMILE CABIN, PO BOX 500, CRAIG, AK, 99921, USA

Driving directionsFrom Craig or Klawock, take the Craig/Klawock-Hollis Highway toward Hollis. Turn right on the Hydaburg Road (State Route 913) and travel for 8 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 21 (Polk Inlet and Twelvemile Road). Follow Forest Road 21 for 5 miles, then turn left toward Twelvemile Inlet. The cabin parking area is about 1.5 miles ahead on the left. From Naukati or Thorne Bay, drive south on the Klawock-Control Lake Highway (State Route 929) to Klawock, and follow directions above. From Hydaburg, drive north approximately 11 miles and turn right onto Forest Road 21 (Polk Inlet and Twelvemile Road). Follow Forest Service Road 21 for 5 miles, then turn left toward Twelvemile Inlet. The cabin parking area is about 1.5 miles ahead on the left. All roads are marked and the cabin is accessed by a 900-foot accessible, gravel trail.
The cabin is accessible by vehicle and a short gravel trail. Accessible gravel roads lead to the parking area, and roads are marked. Seasonal weather conditions in Alaska may affect road usability, requiring visitors to prepare for adverse conditions.
Nearby places
Craig (35 miles), Hydaburg (18 miles), Klawock (not exact distance provided)
Nearby supplies
Craig and Hydaburg, though exact distances to stores and fuel locations are unspecified.

Best Time to Camp at Twelvemile Cabin

Experience the gentle rhythm of Southeast Alaska's temperate climate, where September brings crisp mornings around 47°F warming to pleasant afternoons near 62°F. Light breezes whisper through the forest canopy at just under 5 mph, while occasional rain showers—typical of this rainforest ecosystem—add to the region's mystical atmosphere. Summer visitors are rewarded with nearly endless daylight, perfect for extended explorations and midnight wildlife watching under the lingering twilight.

Best
Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.5 / 5

Peak season May–Sep; best weather, active fishing runs and abundant wildlife viewing.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

September brings crisp weather and migration/fishing opportunities.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Property opens May 1; late spring offers milder weather and emerging fishing/wildlife activity.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Open into December but limited winter activities and no winter-sports infrastructure.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: May 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Open May 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025.

About Twelvemile Cabin

Nestled in the heart of Tongass National Forest, Twelvemile Cabin beckons adventurers seeking an authentic Alaskan wilderness experience. This fully accessible retreat strikes the perfect balance between seclusion and accessibility, inviting you to disconnect from the modern world while remaining within reach of civilization. Step into a landscape shaped by generations of logging heritage, where towering old-growth reserves stand as living monuments to the forest's resilience and renewal.
Twelvemile Cabin is a formally structured campground offering cabin lodging. It does not feature primitive campsites, tent areas, or RV accommodations.
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12:00 PM
Check-out
12:00 PM
Stay Limit
Maximum Consecutive Stay: You may stay up to 14 nights during a visit at this campground.

Amenities available

Potable water
Firewood available
Lodging and accommodations
Vault toilets
Cabin Lodging

Activities you can enjoy

Twelvemile Cabin offers a variety of recreational activities suitable for every season. "Anglers will find Twelvemile Creek has excellent runs of coho, chum, pink salmon, cutthroat trout, rainbow trout and Dolly Varden." Wildlife enthusiasts can enjoy bear viewing at nearby Dog Salmon Fish Pass, and crabbing, clamming, and wildlife viewing are other popular activities. The area is also rich in hiking trails and has off-road opportunities about 4 miles south of the cabin. Hunting seasons for bear and deer are extensive, with bear hunting occurring during spring and fall and deer hunting starting in late summer.
HikingPlenty of hiking opportunities exist near the cabin, with trails leading through the Tongass National Forest.
FishingFishing is a highlight in Twelvemile Creek, with excellent runs of coho, chum, pink salmon, cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, and Dolly Varden. Streams at Old Frank's natural area east of the cabin also support cutthroat and Dolly Varden.
BikingA system of roads for off-road biking enthusiasts is located approximately 4 miles south of the cabin.
BoatingA primitive boat ramp is located 0.25 miles north of the cabin, facilitating boating activities.
Wildlife viewingWildlife viewing is abundant, including sandhill cranes, eagles, wolves, black bears, Sitka black-tailed deer, and migratory birds.
Beach activitiesBeachcombing along the nearby shoreline allows visitors to explore remnants of old logging camps.
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsVisitors must be aware of bear encounters, cold weather conditions, and water safety risks. All natural water sources must be treated before use.

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Reviews

5.0
13 reviews
Top-Rated
Top-Rated
Twelvemile Cabin is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
User reviews reflect high satisfaction with Twelvemile Cabin, particularly praising its cleanliness, scenic surroundings, and accessibility.
Review Summaries
Based on 13 reviews

What Campers Love

Visitors frequently comment on the cabin's cleanliness, natural beauty, and the opportunities for crabbing, clamming, hiking, and fishing. Reviewers appreciate the cabin's wood stove and bunk beds,...
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Based on 13 reviews

Common Concerns

Some users observed that the outdoor toilet could use additional maintenance.
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Users recommend bringing Viking Logs/compressed logs purchased from Klawock to ensure a sufficient supply of firewood.
Based on 13 reviews

Seasonal Insights

Reviews suggest that the cabin is popular for winter hunting and bear viewing in August. Seasonal fishing opportunities are highlighted.
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Camper Quotes

"By far our favorite cabin! Plan ahead, be prepared and it's fabulous." "Beautiful cabin, beautiful setting." "Cabin was great, two bunk bed platforms with full on bottom single on top. Wood stove."...
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Site-Specific Reviews

Reviews specific to the cabin highlight that it sleeps six comfortably, has bunk beds, and a reliable wood stove.
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Accessibility Features

No explicit user comments about accessibility features were available, although the cabin is noted to be fully accessible.
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