Thorne Bay Ranger District

Mint Lake

NOTICE: Limited access, continued service at Tongass NF offices based on current guidance.

Contact Information:
Thorne Bay Ranger District
P.O. Box 19001
1312 Federal Way
Thorne Bay, Alaska 99919
Phone:  907-828-3304
FAX:  907-828-3309

District Ranger: Mark Pentecost
Phone: 907-826-1600
Email: brian.pentecost@usda.gov

Volunteer Opportunities

• Trash pick-up on your own, or as part of an organized event
• Groups or individuals may inquire about adopting lower use cabins to help maintain them
• Adopting a trail or day use site
• Become a campground host during camping season
• Lead interpretive events, such as birding, plants, or hikes
• Help with Kids Fishing Day
• Helping with wildlife or other resource surveys
• Office assistance
• Volunteer for snow sport route improvement
• Other opportunities evolving as individuals or groups show interest!

If you’re interested in volunteering, contact the Thorne Bay Ranger District at 907-828-3304.

Recreation Opportunities

Please follow Leave No Trace!  Pack out what you pack in.  Please pick up trash others leave behind.

Thorne Bay Ranger District Recreation Map and Activities

Camping/Cabin Reservation Information - To reserve one of the District's 22 public recreation cabins call the National Recreation Reservation System at 1-877-444-6777 (6 a.m. to 6 p.m. AK time) or make reservations online at www.recreation.gov

We appreciate your help in reporting site vandalism, repair needs, other concerns, complete a Cabin Inspection Form, or contact the Thorn Bay Ranger District Office at (907) 873-3304.

District Program of Work

FY23 Objectives and Key Results