Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: PETERSBURG, AK, AK

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Swan Lake Cabin is located on mainland Alaska along the southeast shore of Swan Lake. It is available for reservation year-round and provides access to a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, fishing, hunting and viewing wildlife. The cabin also provides spectacular scenic views of the surrounding area.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Swan Lake Cabin offers spectacular scenic views and access to diverse recreational activities including fishing, hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing. Google reviewers praise it as an unforgettable experience with 360-degree views of jagged peaks and private lake access.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Marbled Murrelet, and Harlequin Duck documented in the area

Insider tips for Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 1 site Access is by float plane or helicopter only, 18 miles from Petersburg Refer to USGS topographic maps Sumdum A3 and A2 for navigation

Skip Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this site. You require easy vehicle access—float plane or helicopter required. You prefer winter camping—the lake freezes November through early June, severely limiting accessibility.

Best time to visit Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg: June-November — Swan Lake is normally frozen from November through early June, limiting access and recreational opportunities during winter months.

Nearby campgrounds: Cascade Creek Cabin (PETERSBURG, AK), Spurt Cove Cabin (PETERSBURG, AK), Ravens Roost Cabin (PETERSBURG, AK), Petersburg Lake Cabin (PETERSBURG, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg

Cell signal at Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg (PETERSBURG, 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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PETERSBURG, AK, AK★ 5 (4 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Swan Lake Cabin is located on mainland Alaska along the southeast shore of Swan Lake. It is available for reservation year-round and provides access to a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, fishing, hunting and viewing wildlife. The cabin also provides spectacular scenic views of the surrounding area.

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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 RingsFishing
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 easy vehicle access—float plane or helicopter required✕ You prefer winter camping—the lake freezes November through early June, severely limiting accessibility

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 site

Access is by float plane or helicopter only, 18 miles from Petersburg

Refer to USGS topographic maps Sumdum A3 and A2 for navigation

Best: June-November

Swan Lake is normally frozen from November through early June, limiting access and recreational opportunities during winter months

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: Moose, Marbled Murrelet, and Harlequin Duck documented in the area

Location

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The cabin is accessible only by float plane or helicopter, 18 miles from Petersburg. Refer to USGS topographic map Sumdum A3. Sumdum A2 may also be useful. Maps are available online or by calling the Petersburg Ranger District at (907) 772-3871.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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 Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg cost per night?+
Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg open?+
Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg?+
Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg?+
Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg 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 Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg open, and what are check-in times?+
Swan Lake Cabin Petersburg is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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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$35 /night★ 5 (4)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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