Middle Ridge Cabin
Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: Wrangell, AK, AK
Price: From $45 per night
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Middle Ridge Cabin is wheelchair accessible and located on the Wrangell Island road system. The cabin is open year-round and offers opportunities for both summer and winter recreation. It is unique to Tongass National Forest because it is accessible by vehicle in the summer months from the town of Wrangell, and by snowmobile, off-road vehicle or cross-country skis in the winter.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/middle-ridge-cabin to be notified when sites open up.
Middle Ridge Cabin offers year-round accessible accommodation on Wrangell Island with vehicle access in summer and snowmobile/cross-country ski access in winter, plus opportunities for fishing, wildlife viewing, and recreation across seasons.
Wildlife alert: Sitka Black-tailed Deer, North American Porcupine, Belted Kingfisher, and Varied Thrush present in the area
Insider tips for Middle Ridge Cabin: Book early—this is a federal campground with limited availability Spring/summer road access timing depends on winter snow conditions, so confirm access before traveling Cabin sleeps 4+ people with multiple bunks (1 regular, 1 wide, 1 short) and includes a woodstove and boat
Skip Middle Ridge Cabin if: You need full hookups—no hookups available at this site. You require road access year-round—access varies seasonally based on snow.
Best time to visit Middle Ridge Cabin: Summer — Vehicle access available from Wrangell town during summer months when roads are clear. Winter — Accessible by snowmobile, off-road vehicle, or cross-country skis for winter recreation.
Nearby campgrounds: Berg Bay Cabin (WRANGELL, AK), Virginia Lake Cabin (WRANGELL, AK), Deep Bay Cabin (Wrangell, AK), Marten Lake Cabin (WRANGELL, AK).
Cell Phone Coverage at Middle Ridge Cabin
Cell signal at Middle Ridge Cabin (Wrangell, AK): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Middle Ridge Cabin is wheelchair accessible and located on the Wrangell Island road system. The cabin is open year-round and offers opportunities for both summer and winter recreation. It is unique to Tongass National Forest because it is accessible by vehicle in the summer months from the town of Wrangell, and by snowmobile, off-road vehicle or cross-country skis in the winter.
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Insider tips & when to go
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this is a federal campground with limited availability
Spring/summer road access timing depends on winter snow conditions, so confirm access before traveling
Cabin sleeps 4+ people with multiple bunks (1 regular, 1 wide, 1 short) and includes a woodstove and boat
Vehicle access available from Wrangell town during summer months when roads are clear
Accessible by snowmobile, off-road vehicle, or cross-country skis for winter recreation
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Middle Ridge Cabin is located on Wrangell Island, approximately 20 miles from Wrangell, Alaska. There are no roads to Wrangell. Access is by the Alaska Marine Highway or via Alaska Airlines. From Wrangell, head south on Zimovia Highway approximately 11 miles to Pat's Creek Road (Road 6259) and take a left. Follow road approximately 4 miles to its junction with Road 50054 and turn right. From this point on, the road becomes steep, exceeding grades of 15 percent, with sharp switchbacks and limited
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- 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.
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