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West Point Cabin

Contact Info
Petersburg, AK

Phone:
907-772-3871
Basics
Number of Sites:
1

Description

The West Point Cabin is located near the mouth of Portage Bay on Kupreanof Island. It provides a tranquil place to stay amid very scenic surroundings. The cabin also offers access to a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, fishing and boating, as well as whale-watching at Fredrick Sound.

The cabin is accessible by boat or float plane only.

Amenities

Special Features
  • Fishing

Details

Season
Year Round
Basic Info
Total Sites:
1

The area surrounding the cabin offers various points of exploration and the beach has excellent hiking opportunities. Visitors enjoy fishing and boating. Anglers might catch king salmon in May and June, coho in August through September and halibut in Fredrick Sound. The waters of Frederick Sound and Stephen’s Passage are primary feeding grounds for migratory humpback whales and provide excellent whale watching opportunities.

Hunting is available as per state or federal hunting regulations.

Map + Directions

Basic Directions

The West Point Cabin is located near the mouth of Portage Bay on Kupreanof Island. It is situated west of West Point, just around the point from Fredrick Sound. It is 18 miles by float plane or 24 miles by boat from Petersburg.

The cabin can be found on USGS topographic maps Sumdum A4, Sumdum A5, Petersburg D4 and Petersburg D5. Maps are available online or by calling the Petersburg Ranger District at (907) 772-3871.

Float plane or boat access can only occur at certain stages of the tide. Please check current conditions prior to your trip.


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