Devils Pass Cabin

Chugach National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: SEWARD, AK, AK

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (15 reviews)

Season: May through October

Devil’s Pass Cabin is a rustic cabin in a remote area of south-central Alaska along the popular Resurrection Pass Trail. Visitors enjoy the alpine vistas, hiking and hunting, among other outdoor recreation opportunities. The cabin can be accessed by hiking, biking, skiing, horseback or snowmobiling.

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

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

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

Rustic cabin in remote south-central Alaska along the popular Resurrection Pass Trail with alpine vistas and excellent hiking opportunities. Google reviewers praise the beautiful location and wildflower displays in late July.

Wildlife alert: North American Porcupine, White-tailed Ptarmigan, American Dipper, and Willow Ptarmigan documented in the area.

Insider tips for Devils Pass Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Cabin is 10 miles from Devil's Creek Trailhead; refer to USGS map Seward C8 for navigation You are responsible for your own travel arrangements and safety; bring necessary amenities

Skip Devils Pass Cabin if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this site. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You cannot self-arrange transportation — cabin access requires hiking, biking, skiing, horseback, or snowmobiling.

Best time to visit Devils Pass Cabin: July-August — Wildflowers blooming, accessible by foot/bike/horseback; snowmobiles only allowed every other year on Resurrection Pass Trail. May-October — Official operating season for the cabin.

Nearby campgrounds: Swan Lake Cabin Seward (SEWARD, AK), West Swan Lake Cabin (SEWARD, AK), Juneau Lake Cabin (SEWARD, AK), Romig Cabin (SEWARD, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Devils Pass Cabin

Cell signal at Devils Pass 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★ 4.6 (15 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Devil’s Pass Cabin is a rustic cabin in a remote area of south-central Alaska along the popular Resurrection Pass Trail. Visitors enjoy the alpine vistas, hiking and hunting, among other outdoor recreation opportunities. The cabin can be accessed by hiking, biking, skiing, horseback or snowmobiling.

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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

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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 hookups — no hookups available at this site✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ You cannot self-arrange transportation — cabin access requires hiking, biking, skiing, horseback, or snowmobiling

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Cabin is 10 miles from Devil's Creek Trailhead; refer to USGS map Seward C8 for navigation

You are responsible for your own travel arrangements and safety; bring necessary amenities

Best: July-August

Wildflowers blooming, accessible by foot/bike/horseback; snowmobiles only allowed every other year on Resurrection Pass Trail

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the cabin

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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: North American Porcupine, White-tailed Ptarmigan, American Dipper, and Willow Ptarmigan documented in the area.

Location

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The cabin is about 10 miles from the Devil's Creek Trailhead. 17.2 miles from Resurrection Pass South Trailhead and 21.6 miles from the Resurrection Pass North Trailhead. Refer to USGS map Seward C8. Maps are available online or by calling the Seward Ranger District at 907-288-3178. Winter travelers need to be able to evaluate avalanche and over-ice travel conditions. For more current travel conditions, call the district office. The trail is closed to horse/pack stock from April 1 to June 30, an

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Devils Pass Cabin cost per night?+
Devils Pass Cabin costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Devils Pass Cabin open?+
Devils Pass Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Devils Pass Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Devils Pass Cabin?+
Devils Pass Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Devils Pass Cabin?+
Devils Pass 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 Devils Pass Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Devils Pass Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Devils Pass Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Devils Pass Cabin is open May through October. 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
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$75 /night★ 4.6 (15)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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