Chugach National Forest — riverside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Seward, AK, AK★ 5 (2 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Porcupine Cabin is located in the Porcupine Campground near the beautiful and historic town of Hope. Nestled in a thick birch forest, this two-story cabin looks out over scenic Turnagain Arm and is surrounded by the Chugach and Kenai Mountains. The hike to the cabin is an easy 300 ft walk from the designated cabin parking area located in the campground.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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 RV hookups — no hookups available at this site✕ You're visiting outside Memorial Day through Labor Day — campground closed seasonally
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site
Easy 300 ft walk from designated cabin parking area
Winter access available via 2,000 ft snowshoe or ski route from winter parking area
Firewood available for purchase on-site
Best: Memorial Day through Labor Day
Official operational season for the campground
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Dall Sheep, Beluga, Harlequin Duck, and American Dipper present within 8km of the area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
907-288-3178· Chugach National Forest
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 — 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, speakableHow much does Porcupine Cabin cost per night?+
Porcupine Cabin costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Porcupine Cabin open?+
Porcupine Cabin is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Porcupine Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Porcupine Cabin?+
Porcupine Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Porcupine Cabin?+
Porcupine 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 Porcupine Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Porcupine Cabin is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Porcupine Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Porcupine Cabin is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●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
airquality.googleapis.com
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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$75 /night★ 5 (2)
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
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