Laughton Glacier Cabin
Tongass National Forest — riverside, hiking
Location: JUNEAU, AK, AK
Price: From $45 per night
Rating: 5 out of 5 (8 reviews)
Season: May through October
Laughton Glacier Cabin is located 2 miles west of the Canadian border on the north side of the Sawtooth Mountains. The site can be accessed by train, followed by a 1.5-mile hike. The White Pass and Yukon Railroad operates from May 1 to September 30.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Bear Boxes
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/laughton-glacier-cabin to be notified when sites open up.
Remote glacier cabin accessible via scenic White Pass and Yukon Railroad with included 1.5-mile hike. Highly rated by campers (5/5 from 2 reviews) for a unique backcountry experience.
Wildlife alert: Brown Bear, American Black Bear, Mountain Goat, Bald Eagle, Harlequin Duck present in area
Insider tips for Laughton Glacier Cabin: Bring #1 diesel or Coleman camp fuel for cabin heating stove Book early as federal campground fills quickly Arrange own transportation and bring personal amenities
Skip Laughton Glacier Cabin if: No hookups available at site. Seasonal operation only May-October limits flexibility. Requires 14-mile railroad ride plus 1.5-mile hike for access. Only 1 tent site available.
Best time to visit Laughton Glacier Cabin: May-September — White Pass and Yukon Railroad operates May 1 to September 30; cabin only accessible during this period.
Nearby campgrounds: Denver Caboose Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Chilkoot Trail Camping Permits (Skagway, AK), Berners Bay Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Eagle Glacier Cabin (JUNEAU, AK).
Cell Phone Coverage at Laughton Glacier Cabin
Cell signal at Laughton 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.
Laughton Glacier Cabin is located 2 miles west of the Canadian border on the north side of the Sawtooth Mountains. The site can be accessed by train, followed by a 1.5-mile hike. The White Pass and Yukon Railroad operates from May 1 to September 30.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBring #1 diesel or Coleman camp fuel for cabin heating stove
Book early as federal campground fills quickly
Arrange own transportation and bring personal amenities
White Pass and Yukon Railroad operates May 1 to September 30; cabin only accessible during this period
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
Access is via a 14-mile ride on the White Pass and Yukon Railroad between May 1st and September 30th to the Glacier whistle stop, followed by a 1.5-mile hike on a Forest Service trail. Make reservations at least 24 hours in advance for train transportation. Rate information and reservations are available by calling the railroad at (800) 343-7373.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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, speakableHow much does Laughton Glacier Cabin cost per night?+
What season is Laughton Glacier Cabin open?+
Does Laughton Glacier Cabin have hookups?+
What is the maximum RV length at Laughton Glacier Cabin?+
How do I make reservations at Laughton Glacier Cabin?+
What is the cell service like at Laughton Glacier Cabin?+
What season is Laughton Glacier Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
●Data sources on this page
CamperWatch never fabricates data. Where data is unavailable, it is not shown.
Nearby Campgrounds
Own a campground nearby?
List free on CamperWatch — we take 5% only on bookings we send. No monthly fee.