Alsek River Cabin

Tongass National Forest — riverside

Location: YAKUTAT, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Alsek River Cabin is located on the Yukutat Forelands about a mile from the Alsek River, a large river known for its many glaciers. This cabin is open year-round and offers relaxation as well as excellent hunting opportunites. The site can be accessed by wheeled plane, depending on conditions.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/alsek-river-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Year-round remote cabin on the Yukutat Forelands with excellent moose hunting opportunities and direct access to a large glacier-fed river. The adjacent 1,800x50-ft airstrip enables a truly isolated Alaska wilderness experience.

Wildlife alert: Alaskan moose and brown bears are documented in the area via iNaturalist research-grade observations within 8km — plan accordingly for safety and food storage.

Insider tips for Alsek River Cabin: Access is by wheeled plane only — arrange your own air charter well in advance; the cabin does not provide transportation Located 55 miles southeast of Yakutat with no road access; bring all personal amenities as RIDB notes guests are responsible for their own supplies Book early as noted in known issues; federal campground demand is high

Skip Alsek River Cabin if: You need vehicle road access — wheeled plane only. You expect hookups — amenities include fire rings and picnic tables only, no electric or water hookups despite listed amenities. You cannot arrange and pay for your own bush plane charter independently.

Best time to visit Alsek River Cabin: Fall — RIDB explicitly lists moose hunting as available; hunting season typically peaks in fall. Year-round — Cabin is confirmed open year-round per RIDB and verified amenities.

Nearby campgrounds: Tanis Mesa Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK), Italio River Cabin (TONGASS/YAKUTAT, AK), Middle Dangerous River Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK), Situk Lake Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Alsek River Cabin

Cell signal at Alsek River Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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YAKUTAT, AK, AK★ 5 (1 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Alsek River Cabin is located on the Yukutat Forelands about a mile from the Alsek River, a large river known for its many glaciers. This cabin is open year-round and offers relaxation as well as excellent hunting opportunites. The site can be accessed by wheeled plane, depending on conditions.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need vehicle road access — wheeled plane only✕ You expect hookups — amenities include fire rings and picnic tables only, no electric or water hookups despite listed amenities✕ You cannot arrange and pay for your own bush plane charter independently

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Access is by wheeled plane only

arrange your own air charter well in advance; the cabin does not provide transportation

Located 55 miles southeast of Yakutat with no road access; bring all personal amenities as RIDB notes guests are responsible for their own supplies

Book early as noted in known issues; federal campground demand is high

Best: Fall

RIDB explicitly lists moose hunting as available; hunting season typically peaks in fall

Best: Year-round

Cabin is confirmed open year-round per RIDB and verified amenities

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Alaskan moose and brown bears are documented in the area via iNaturalist research-grade observations within 8km — plan accordingly for safety and food storage.

Location

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(907) 784-3359· Tongass National Forest
Getting there →

This cabin is located 55 miles southeast of Yakutat, just north of Alsek River. Access is by wheeled plane only, on an 1,800x50-ft. airstrip.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Tongass National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Tongass National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Alsek River Cabin cost per night?+
Alsek River Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Alsek River Cabin open?+
Alsek River Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Alsek River Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Alsek River Cabin?+
Alsek River Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Alsek River Cabin?+
Alsek River Cabin is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Alsek River Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Alsek River Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Alsek River Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Alsek River Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$45 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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