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Mckinley Trail Cabin

Chugach National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: CORDOVA, AK, AK

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (12 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Located just off the Copper River Highway in the Chugach National Forest, McKinley Trail Cabin offers guests year-round recreation and relaxation. Although the cabin isn’t in the remote wilderness, it makes a good base camp for exploring the Copper River Delta and the surrounding areas. Fishing, hiking, hunting and wildlife viewing are within the vicinity.

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/mckinley-trail-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

McKinley Trail Cabin offers year-round recreation in the Chugach National Forest with access to fishing, hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing in the Copper River Delta area. Campers praise the beautiful rustic cabin and scenic trail experiences, with one reviewer noting an easy 2.5 mile hike to the cabin.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Bald Eagle, Short-eared Owl, Orange-crowned Warbler, and American Wigeon present in the area

Insider tips for Mckinley Trail Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability The trailhead is located at Mile 21 of the Copper River Highway from Cordova Consider Pipeline Lakes trail for a change of scenery from the main McKinley Trail

Skip Mckinley Trail Cabin if: You need hookups - no hookups available at this site. You prefer developed campgrounds - cabin is described as older and rustic.

Best time to visit Mckinley Trail Cabin: Year-round — Campground operates year-round according to verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Mckinley Lake Cabin (CORDOVA, AK), Tiedeman Slough Cabin (CORDOVA, AK), Power Creek Cabin (CORDOVA, AK), Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground (Cordova, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Mckinley Trail Cabin

Cell signal at Mckinley Trail 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★ 4.2 (12 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Located just off the Copper River Highway in the Chugach National Forest, McKinley Trail Cabin offers guests year-round recreation and relaxation. Although the cabin isn’t in the remote wilderness, it makes a good base camp for exploring the Copper River Delta and the surrounding areas. Fishing, hiking, hunting and wildlife viewing are within the vicinity.

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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.
    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 need hookups - no hookups available at this site✕ You prefer developed campgrounds - cabin is described as older and rustic

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

    The trailhead is located at Mile 21 of the Copper River Highway from Cordova

    Consider Pipeline Lakes trail for a change of scenery from the main McKinley Trail

    Best: Year-round

    Campground operates year-round according to verified data

    Things to do nearby

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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: Moose, Bald Eagle, Short-eared Owl, Orange-crowned Warbler, and American Wigeon present in the area

    Location

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

    Access to the cabin is by motor vehicle and a short walk from the McKinley Trail trailhead. From Cordova, drive 21 miles east on the Copper River Highway. The trailhead for the cabin is located at mile 21. The cabin is approximately 80 yards from the road on the McKinley Lake Trail.

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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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Mckinley Trail Cabin cost per night?+
    Mckinley Trail Cabin costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Mckinley Trail Cabin open?+
    Mckinley Trail Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Mckinley Trail Cabin have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Mckinley Trail Cabin?+
    Mckinley Trail Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Mckinley Trail Cabin?+
    Mckinley Trail 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 Mckinley Trail Cabin?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mckinley Trail Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Mckinley Trail Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
    Mckinley Trail Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $75 /night★ 4.2 (12)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Mckinley Lake Cabin

    CORDOVA, AK

    From $60/night

    Tiedeman Slough Cabin

    CORDOVA, AK

    From $60/night

    Power Creek Cabin

    CORDOVA, AK

    From $60/night

    Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground

    Cordova, AK

    From $20/night

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