Berners Bay Cabin

Tongass National Forest — riverside, fishing

Location: JUNEAU, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (6 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Berners Bay Cabin is situated near the mouth of the Antler River on scenic Berners Bay, an area that is popular with locals and tourists alike. The cabin has a peak season from late April through late September, but it is open year-round for relaxation, sightseeing, and recreation. The site can be accessed by float plane, boat or kayak, depending on conditions.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Bear Boxes, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Remote cabin on scenic Berners Bay with marine access offers unique Alaska fishing and wildlife viewing. Year-round operation allows visits outside peak season for quieter recreation.

Wildlife alert: Marine mammals present: Orca and Harbor Porpoise in the bay. Land wildlife includes Steller's Jay.

Insider tips for Berners Bay Cabin: Check tide charts before visiting—parts of Berners Bay become extremely shallow at low tide, affecting boat/kayak access Boat launch at Echo Cove (mile 40 Glacier Highway) is 8 miles south; plan water travel accordingly Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand

Skip Berners Bay Cabin if: You cannot arrange your own boat, kayak, or float plane transportation—access is water/air only. You need hookups—no electric or water hookups available; visitors must bring own amenities. You prefer walk-in access—this is 37 miles northwest of Juneau with no road access.

Best time to visit Berners Bay Cabin: Late April - Late September — Official peak season when cabin operations are most active and weather is most accessible.

Nearby campgrounds: Eagle Glacier Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Windfall Lake Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Peterson Lake Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), John Muir Cabin (JUNEAU, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Berners Bay Cabin

Cell signal at Berners Bay Cabin (JUNEAU, 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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JUNEAU, AK, AK★ 4.2 (6 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Berners Bay Cabin is situated near the mouth of the Antler River on scenic Berners Bay, an area that is popular with locals and tourists alike. The cabin has a peak season from late April through late September, but it is open year-round for relaxation, sightseeing, and recreation. The site can be accessed by float plane, boat or kayak, 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.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBear Boxes
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Electric HookupsBoat Launch

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 cannot arrange your own boat, kayak, or float plane transportation—access is water/air only✕ You need hookups—no electric or water hookups available; visitors must bring own amenities✕ You prefer walk-in access—this is 37 miles northwest of Juneau with no road access

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Check tide charts before visiting

parts of Berners Bay become extremely shallow at low tide, affecting boat/kayak access

Boat launch at Echo Cove (mile 40 Glacier Highway) is 8 miles south; plan water travel accordingly

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand

Best: Late April - Late September

Official peak season when cabin operations are most active and weather is most accessible

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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: Marine mammals present: Orca and Harbor Porpoise in the bay. Land wildlife includes Steller's Jay.

Location

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Located 37 miles northwest of Juneau, the cabin is on shore of Berners Bay, 8 miles north from boat launch at Echo Cove at mile 40 Glacier Highway. Access is by boat, kayak and float plane only. Consult tide charts, as some parts of the bay become extremely shallow at low tide. Click here for more information. A sand beach is available at low-medium tides for float plane drop-off.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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

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How much does Berners Bay Cabin cost per night?+
Berners Bay Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Berners Bay Cabin open?+
Berners Bay Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Berners Bay Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Berners Bay Cabin?+
Berners Bay Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Berners Bay Cabin?+
Berners Bay 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 Berners Bay Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Berners Bay Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Berners Bay Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Berners Bay Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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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
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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★ 4.2 (6)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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