Jack Bay Cabin

Chugach National Forest — ocean access, fishing

Location: CORDOVA, AK, AK

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (16 reviews)

Season: May through October

Jack Bay Cabin is located at the east end of Jack Bay in the Chugach National Forest. Visitors to the cabin will find many opportunities for recreation and relaxation in the vicinity. Access to the site is by float plane or boat only.

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/jack-bay-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Jack Bay Cabin offers remote recreation opportunities in Chugach National Forest with access to boating, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing. The cabin provides a secluded experience with amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and drinking water.

Wildlife alert: Steller Sea Lion, Sea Otter, Pacific Harbor Seal, Northern Sea Otter, Marbled Murrelet, Great Blue Heron, Belted Kingfisher, Bald Eagle

Insider tips for Jack Bay Cabin: Access is by float plane or boat only — plan 15-30 minutes flight time or 20-70 miles by boat depending on departure point Check local tide information before visiting as tides affect site access Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Skip Jack Bay Cabin if: You require hookups — no hookups available at this site. You need vehicle access — float plane or boat only. You prefer established campgrounds with multiple sites — only 1 tent site available.

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

Nearby campgrounds: Double Bay Cabin (CORDOVA, AK), Shelter Bay Cabin (CORDOVA, AK), Power Creek Cabin (CORDOVA, AK), Coghill Lake Cabin (GIRDWOOD, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Jack Bay Cabin

Cell signal at Jack Bay Cabin (CORDOVA, 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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CORDOVA, AK, AK★ 4.4 (16 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Jack Bay Cabin is located at the east end of Jack Bay in the Chugach National Forest. Visitors to the cabin will find many opportunities for recreation and relaxation in the vicinity. Access to the site is by float plane or boat only.

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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 WaterFirewood for Sale

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 require hookups — no hookups available at this site✕ You need vehicle access — float plane or boat only✕ You prefer established campgrounds with multiple sites — only 1 tent site available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Access is by float plane or boat only

plan 15-30 minutes flight time or 20-70 miles by boat depending on departure point

Check local tide information before visiting as tides affect site access

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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: Steller Sea Lion, Sea Otter, Pacific Harbor Seal, Northern Sea Otter, Marbled Murrelet, Great Blue Heron, Belted Kingfisher, Bald Eagle

Location

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1 (907) 424-7661· Chugach National Forest
Getting there →

Access to the site is by float plane or boat only. The flight is typically 15 minutes from Valdez or a 30 minutes from Cordova. To travel by boat is 20 miles from Valdez and 70 miles from Cordova. Tides influence travel to the cabin. Click here for local tide information. Inclement weather conditions may cause an extension of your trip during any time of the year and winter access can be difficult due to snow and ice conditions. Guests should bring extra supplies to last 2-5 days Please contact

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Jack Bay Cabin cost per night?+
Jack Bay Cabin costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Jack Bay Cabin open?+
Jack Bay Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Jack Bay Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Jack Bay Cabin?+
Jack Bay Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Jack Bay Cabin?+
Jack 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 Jack Bay Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Jack Bay Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Jack Bay Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Jack Bay Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$60 /night★ 4.4 (16)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Coghill Lake Cabin

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