East Creek Cabin

Chugach National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: SEWARD, AK, AK

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: May through October

East Creek Cabin is a remote, rustic cabin on the Kenai Peninsula of south-central Alaska. It gives visitors a primitive camping experience amid spectacular scenery. In addition to miles of trails available for exploration, the cabin provides access to opportunities for big game hunting and wildlife viewing.

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

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

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

East Creek Cabin offers a remote, rustic primitive camping experience on the Kenai Peninsula with access to miles of trails and opportunities for big game hunting and wildlife viewing amid spectacular scenery.

Wildlife alert: Hoary Marmot, Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch, Savannah Sparrow, Willow Ptarmigan, White-tailed Ptarmigan

Insider tips for East Creek Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Access the cabin via 14.5-mile hike from Resurrection Pass North Trailhead at milepost 4 on Resurrection Creek Road Multiple access methods available: hiking, horseback riding, skiing, biking, or snowmobiles (snowmobile trail open every other year)

Skip East Creek Cabin if: You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You visit outside May through October — seasonal operations only. You prefer developed campgrounds — this is a primitive rustic cabin experience.

Best time to visit East Creek Cabin: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Fox Creek Cabin (Ak) (SEWARD, AK), Devils Pass Cabin (SEWARD, AK), Caribou Creek Cabin (SEWARD, AK), West Swan Lake Cabin (SEWARD, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at East Creek Cabin

Cell signal at East Creek 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★ 4.2 (9 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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East Creek Cabin is a remote, rustic cabin on the Kenai Peninsula of south-central Alaska. It gives visitors a primitive camping experience amid spectacular scenery. In addition to miles of trails available for exploration, the cabin provides access to opportunities for big game hunting and wildlife viewing.

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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 TablesFirewood for Sale
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 most sites✕ You visit outside May through October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer developed campgrounds — this is a primitive rustic cabin experience

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Access the cabin via 14.5-mile hike from Resurrection Pass North Trailhead at milepost 4 on Resurrection Creek Road

Multiple access methods available: hiking, horseback riding, skiing, biking, or snowmobiles (snowmobile trail open every other year)

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

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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: Hoary Marmot, Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch, Savannah Sparrow, Willow Ptarmigan, White-tailed Ptarmigan

Location

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Follow the Hope Highway from Seward Highway after arriving on the Kenai Peninsula. From the Resurrection Pass North Trailhead at milepost 4 on Resurrection Creek Road, hike 14.5 miles to the cabin. (Add 1 mile to access in winter due to limited road plowing). From the Resurrection Pass South trailhead at milepost 53.2 on Sterling Highway, hike 24.3 miles to the cabin. Refer to USGS topographic map Seward C-8. Maps are available online or by calling the Seward Ranger District at 907-288-3178. Win

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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 East Creek Cabin cost per night?+
East Creek Cabin costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is East Creek Cabin open?+
East Creek Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does East Creek Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at East Creek Cabin?+
East Creek Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at East Creek Cabin?+
East Creek 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 East Creek Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at East Creek Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is East Creek Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
East Creek 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★ 4.2 (9)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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