Priest Rock Cabin

Lake Clark National Park & Preserve — lakeside, fishing

Location: Anchorage, AK, AK

Price: From $65 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

Take yourself back in time with a stay in the Priest Rock Cabin on Lake Clark. Split some wood and head inside to light a blaze in the wood stove, under the light of the moon as it shimmers on the lake. Enjoy the warmth as your gear dries out from a day on the water.The Priest Rock Cabin sits on the north shore of Lake Clark, approximately eight miles (13 km) north of Port Alsworth.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Wonderfully restored off-grid cabin on Lake Clark with ample room for 5 people and incredible views. Ideal location for kayaking, boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing with tons of sightseeing opportunities nearby.

Wildlife alert: Brown bear and American beaver present within 8km. Also common merganser and horned grebe.

Insider tips for Priest Rock Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Not accessible by vehicle; arrange your own float plane or boat transportation from Port Alsworth (8 miles away). Bring firewood-cutting tools and matches — wood stove heating requires splitting your own wood.

Skip Priest Rock Cabin if: You need vehicle access — cabin is 120 air miles from Anchorage with no road access.. You require hookups — no hookups available..

Best time to visit Priest Rock Cabin: May - October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Cell Phone Coverage at Priest Rock Cabin

Cell signal at Priest Rock Cabin (Anchorage, 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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Anchorage, AK, AK★ 4.6 (7 reviews)From $65/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Take yourself back in time with a stay in the Priest Rock Cabin on Lake Clark. Split some wood and head inside to light a blaze in the wood stove, under the light of the moon as it shimmers on the lake. Enjoy the warmth as your gear dries out from a day on the water.The Priest Rock Cabin sits on the north shore of Lake Clark, approximately eight miles (13 km) north of Port Alsworth.

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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.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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 vehicle access — cabin is 120 air miles from Anchorage with no road access.✕ You require hookups — no hookups available.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Not accessible by vehicle; arrange your own float plane or boat transportation from Port Alsworth (8 miles away).

Bring firewood-cutting tools and matches

wood stove heating requires splitting your own wood.

Best: May - October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

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: Brown bear and American beaver present within 8km. Also common merganser and horned grebe.

Location

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It is not possible to drive to the cabin. The cabin is 120 air miles from Anchorage and 8 miles from Port Alsworth. Visitors must arrange their own transportation. This cabin is accessible by float plane, water taxi, or private vessel. Kayakers with advanced skills can reach the cabin from Port Alsworth. There are no mooring buoys at this location.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Lake Clark National Park & Preserve before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Priest Rock Cabin cost per night?+
Priest Rock Cabin costs $65 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Priest Rock Cabin open?+
Priest Rock Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Priest Rock Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Priest Rock Cabin?+
Priest Rock Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Priest Rock Cabin?+
Priest Rock 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 Priest Rock Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Priest Rock Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Priest Rock Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Priest Rock Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
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●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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$65 /night★ 4.6 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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