Port Chalmers Cabin

Chugach National Forest — riverside, fishing

Location: CORDOVA, AK, AK

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Port Chalmers Cabin offers guests access to a variety of recreational activities, relaxation and a unique lodging experience on Montague Island in southcentral Alaska. The remote site offers a scenic setting for hiking, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing all within steps of the cabin. Access to the cabin is by float plane or boat from Cordova, Seward or Whittier.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Port Chalmers Cabin offers a remote and scenic setting on Montague Island with access to hiking, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing. The location provides a unique lodging experience in southcentral Alaska with recreational activities within steps of the cabin.

Insider tips for Port Chalmers Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Arrange your own transportation via float plane (40 minutes from Cordova) or boat (65 miles from Cordova) Bring your own amenities as the remote location requires self-sufficiency

Skip Port Chalmers Cabin if: You need hookups - no hookups available at this site. You cannot arrange private float plane or boat transportation. You visit outside May through October seasonal window.

Best time to visit Port Chalmers Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Green Island Cabin (CORDOVA, AK), Beach River Cabin (CORDOVA, AK), Nellie Martin River Cabin (CORDOVA, AK), Log Jam Bay Cabin (CORDOVA, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Port Chalmers Cabin

Cell signal at Port Chalmers 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 (1 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Port Chalmers Cabin offers guests access to a variety of recreational activities, relaxation and a unique lodging experience on Montague Island in southcentral Alaska. The remote site offers a scenic setting for hiking, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing all within steps of the cabin. Access to the cabin is by float plane or boat from Cordova, Seward or Whittier.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Electric Hookups

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 cannot arrange private float plane or boat transportation✕ You visit outside May through October seasonal window

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Arrange your own transportation via float plane (40 minutes from Cordova) or boat (65 miles from Cordova)

Bring your own amenities as the remote location requires self-sufficiency

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

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.

Location

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1 (907) 424-7661· Chugach National Forest
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Access to the cabin is by float plane (40 minutes from Cordova, 60 minutes from Seward) or boat (65 miles from Cordova, 70 miles from Whittier, 100 miles from Seward). Best access to the cabin is at high tide. Click here for local tide tables. Winter access may be difficult due to pan ice in the bay, and guests should be prepared for extended stays due to poor weather. Please contact the Cordova Ranger District at (907) 424-7661, for an update on conditions prior to arrival.

Campground entrance

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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 Port Chalmers Cabin cost per night?+
Port Chalmers Cabin costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Port Chalmers Cabin open?+
Port Chalmers Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Port Chalmers Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Port Chalmers Cabin?+
Port Chalmers Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Port Chalmers Cabin?+
Port Chalmers 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 Port Chalmers Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Port Chalmers Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Port Chalmers Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Port Chalmers Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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★ 4 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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