Crescent Saddle Cabin

Chugach National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: SEWARD, AK, AK

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (17 reviews)

Season: May through October

Elodea has been found in Crescent Lake in 2023. Please stop aquatic hitchikers and use clean, drain, dry methods to prevent the spread of elodea. For more information on elodea .

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Crescent Saddle Cabin offers a remote and secluded place to stay in the Kenai Mountains of southeastern Alaska with spectacular views of the surrounding region. Activities include camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, winter sports, and wildlife viewing.

Wildlife alert: Moose, American Three-toed Woodpecker, White-headed Eagle, White-winged Crossbill, and Red-breasted Merganser have been documented within 8km of the area.

Insider tips for Crescent Saddle Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Use clean, drain, dry methods for watercraft to prevent spread of elodea found in Crescent Lake Access requires 7-mile hike from Carter Lake Trailhead (milepost 34, Seward Highway) or 10.7 miles from Crescent Creek Trailhead (milepost 45, Sterling Highway)

Skip Crescent Saddle Cabin if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this site. You prefer vehicle accessible camping — access is by trail only, difficult to reach. You're inexperienced in backcountry travel — winter access not recommended for inexperienced visitors.

Best time to visit Crescent Saddle Cabin: May - October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Crescent Lake Cabin (SEWARD,, AK), Trail River (SEWARD, AK), Trail River Cabin (Seward, AK), Ptarmigan Creek (SEWARD, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Crescent Saddle Cabin

Cell signal at Crescent Saddle Cabin (SEWARD, 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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SEWARD, AK, AK★ 3.9 (17 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Elodea has been found in Crescent Lake in 2023. Please stop aquatic hitchikers and use clean, drain, dry methods to prevent the spread of elodea. For more information on elodea .

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Drinking WaterFirewood for Sale

Straight talk

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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 hookups — no hookups available at this site✕ You prefer vehicle accessible camping — access is by trail only, difficult to reach✕ You're inexperienced in backcountry travel — winter access not recommended for inexperienced visitors

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Use clean, drain, dry methods for watercraft to prevent spread of elodea found in Crescent Lake

Access requires 7-mile hike from Carter Lake Trailhead (milepost 34, Seward Highway) or 10.7 miles from Crescent Creek Trailhead (milepost 45, Sterling Highway)

Best: May - October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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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: Moose, American Three-toed Woodpecker, White-headed Eagle, White-winged Crossbill, and Red-breasted Merganser have been documented within 8km of the area.

Location

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Access is by trail, 7 miles from the Carter Lake Trailhead at milepost 34 of the Seward Highway or (10.7 miles from the Crescent Creek Trailhead, from milepost 45 on Sterling Highway, take Quartz Creek road 3.2 miles to the Crescent Creek Trailhead. Cabin is also accessible by floatplane. Winter travelers need to be able to evaluate avalanche and over-ice travel conditions. Refer to USGS maps Seward B7, C7 and C8. Maps are available online or by calling the Seward Ranger District at 907-288-3178

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Chugach National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Chugach 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 Crescent Saddle Cabin cost per night?+
Crescent Saddle Cabin costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Crescent Saddle Cabin open?+
Crescent Saddle Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Crescent Saddle Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Crescent Saddle Cabin?+
Crescent Saddle Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Crescent Saddle Cabin?+
Crescent Saddle 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 Crescent Saddle Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Crescent Saddle Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Crescent Saddle Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Crescent Saddle Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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$60 /night★ 3.9 (17)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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