Middle Dangerous River Cabin

Tongass National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: YAKUTAT, AK, AK

Price: From $25 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Middle Dangerous River Cabin is situated on the bank of the Dangerous River about 30 miles southeast of Yakutat. This remote retreat is open year-round, offering scenic views, wildlife watching and hunting opportunities. The site can be accessed by jetboat, hiking or ATV aong thel 4-mile trail from the Dangerous River Bridge.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups

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

Remote year-round cabin on the Dangerous River bank with scenic views and excellent wildlife watching and hunting opportunities. Highly rated by campers (5/5 from 2 reviews) for a backcountry experience.

Wildlife alert: Varied Thrush

Insider tips for Middle Dangerous River Cabin: Access via jetboat, hiking, or ATV along the 4-mile trail from Dangerous River Bridge at the end of Forest Highway 10 If hiking, crossing all 4 wooden bridges indicates you are nearly at the cabin Book early—this is a federal campground with limited availability

Skip Middle Dangerous River Cabin if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this site. You require marked trail systems—the 4-mile hiking trail has no markers. You are unprepared for remote backcountry—you are responsible for your own travel arrangements and must bring your own amenities.

Best time to visit Middle Dangerous River Cabin: Year-round — Campground operates year-round according to verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Italio River Cabin (TONGASS/YAKUTAT, AK), Raven Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK), Eagle Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK), Situk Lake Cabin (YAKUTAT, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Middle Dangerous River Cabin

Cell signal at Middle Dangerous River Cabin (YAKUTAT, 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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YAKUTAT, AK, AK★ 4.8 (4 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Middle Dangerous River Cabin is situated on the bank of the Dangerous River about 30 miles southeast of Yakutat. This remote retreat is open year-round, offering scenic views, wildlife watching and hunting opportunities. The site can be accessed by jetboat, hiking or ATV aong thel 4-mile trail from the Dangerous River Bridge.

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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 Tables
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 this site✕ You require marked trail systems—the 4-mile hiking trail has no markers✕ You are unprepared for remote backcountry—you are responsible for your own travel arrangements and must bring your own amenities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Access via jetboat, hiking, or ATV along the 4-mile trail from Dangerous River Bridge at the end of Forest Highway 10

If hiking, crossing all 4 wooden bridges indicates you are nearly at the cabin

Book early

this is a federal campground with limited availability

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round according to verified data

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: Varied Thrush

Location

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(907) 784-3359· Tongass National Forest
Getting there →

The cabin is located 30 miles southeast of Yakutat, 200 feet east of Dangerous River. Access is by jetboat or a 4-mile ATV trail from the Dangerous River Bridge at the end of Forest Highway 10.

Campground entrance

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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 Middle Dangerous River Cabin cost per night?+
Middle Dangerous River Cabin costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Middle Dangerous River Cabin open?+
Middle Dangerous River Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Middle Dangerous River Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Middle Dangerous River Cabin?+
Middle Dangerous River Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Middle Dangerous River Cabin?+
Middle Dangerous River 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 Middle Dangerous River Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Middle Dangerous River Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Middle Dangerous River Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Middle Dangerous River Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$25 /night★ 4.8 (4)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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