Eagle Glacier Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: JUNEAU, AK, AK

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (21 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Eagle Glacier Cabin is open year-round for outdoor enthusiasts. This remote retreat is tucked into a peaceful lake setting that offers spectacular mountain views and its very own glacier. The site is accessed by hiking or snowshoeing or cross-country skiing 5.5 miles from the Amalga Trailhead off of Glacier Highway.

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

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

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

Year-round remote cabin in a peaceful lake setting with spectacular mountain views and its own glacier. Highly rated by campers (4.4/5 stars) for a unique backcountry experience.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Northern Sea Otter, Humpback Whale, American Mink, North American Porcupine, Common Raven, Bonaparte's Gull, and Caspian Tern documented in the area.

Insider tips for Eagle Glacier Cabin: Book early — federal campground with limited availability Access requires 5.5-mile hike from Amalga Trailhead at mile marker 27.3 on Glacier Highway; plan accordingly for fitness level Bring your own amenities — this is a remote, self-sufficient experience

Skip Eagle Glacier Cabin if: You need hookups — no electric or water hookups available. You prefer developed campground facilities — outhouse and minimal amenities only. You cannot hike 5.5 miles with gear — only trail access available.

Best time to visit Eagle Glacier Cabin: Year-round — Cabin is open year-round; accessible via hiking in warmer months and snowshoeing or cross-country skiing in winter.

Nearby campgrounds: Windfall Lake Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Peterson Lake Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), John Muir Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Sítʼ Yá Hítʼ (JUNEAU, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Eagle Glacier Cabin

Cell signal at Eagle Glacier 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 (21 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Eagle Glacier Cabin is open year-round for outdoor enthusiasts. This remote retreat is tucked into a peaceful lake setting that offers spectacular mountain views and its very own glacier. The site is accessed by hiking or snowshoeing or cross-country skiing 5.5 miles from the Amalga Trailhead off of Glacier Highway.

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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 RingsFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Electric Hookups

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 electric or water hookups available✕ You prefer developed campground facilities — outhouse and minimal amenities only✕ You cannot hike 5.5 miles with gear — only trail access available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with limited availability

Access requires 5.5-mile hike from Amalga Trailhead at mile marker 27.3 on Glacier Highway; plan accordingly for fitness level

Bring your own amenities

this is a remote, self-sufficient experience

Best: Year-round

Cabin is open year-round; accessible via hiking in warmer months and snowshoeing or cross-country skiing in winter

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
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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: American Black Bear, Northern Sea Otter, Humpback Whale, American Mink, North American Porcupine, Common Raven, Bonaparte's Gull, and Caspian Tern documented in the area.

Location

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Located 23 miles northwest of Juneau. Access by the Amalga trail, 5.5 miles to the cabin from mile marker 27.3 on the Glacier Highway. The trailhead is on the north end of Eagle River Bridge and follows upstream on north side of Eagle River. The cabin is also accessible by helicopter.

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Eagle Glacier Cabin cost per night?+
Eagle Glacier Cabin costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Eagle Glacier Cabin open?+
Eagle Glacier Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Eagle Glacier Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Eagle Glacier Cabin?+
Eagle Glacier Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Eagle Glacier Cabin?+
Eagle Glacier 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 Eagle Glacier Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Eagle Glacier Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Eagle Glacier Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Eagle Glacier Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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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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$75 /night★ 4 (21)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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