Taku Glacier Cabin

Tongass National Forest — ocean access, fishing, hiking

Location: JUNEAU, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Taku Glacier Cabin is open for year-round relaxation and recreation in Alaska’s beautiful Inside Passage. The cabin is in a prime location for glacier viewing and wildlife watching, offering access to many recreational activities. The site can be accessed by float plane, motor boat or kayak, depending on conditions.

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/taku-glacier-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Taku Glacier Cabin offers year-round access to Alaska's Inside Passage with prime glacier viewing and wildlife watching opportunities. Google reviews consistently praise the stunning scenery, fresh salmon dining, and diverse recreational activities.

Wildlife alert: Brown bears, orcas, harbor seals, and short-billed gulls present in the area—use caution when hiking through dense forest

Insider tips for Taku Glacier Cabin: Access requires float plane, motor boat, or kayak—arrange transportation in advance Located 26 miles northeast of Juneau on Taku Inlet's east shore High tide required for inboard/outboard boat access

Skip Taku Glacier Cabin if: You expect traditional hookups—no electric or water hookups available at this site. You cannot arrange your own transportation—access is by float plane, motor boat, or kayak only. You book last-minute—this is a federal campground with early booking recommended.

Best time to visit Taku Glacier Cabin: Year-round — Campground operates year-round per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Turner Lake West Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Turner Lake East Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Dan Moller Cabin (JUNEAU, AK), Mendenhall Campground (JUNEAU, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Taku Glacier Cabin

Cell signal at Taku Glacier Cabin (JUNEAU, 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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JUNEAU, AK, AK★ 4.8 (5 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Taku Glacier Cabin is open for year-round relaxation and recreation in Alaska’s beautiful Inside Passage. The cabin is in a prime location for glacier viewing and wildlife watching, offering access to many recreational activities. The site can be accessed by float plane, motor boat or kayak, depending on conditions.

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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.
ADA sites1 sites
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 expect traditional hookups—no electric or water hookups available at this site✕ You cannot arrange your own transportation—access is by float plane, motor boat, or kayak only✕ You book last-minute—this is a federal campground with early booking recommended

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Access requires float plane, motor boat, or kayak

arrange transportation in advance

Located 26 miles northeast of Juneau on Taku Inlet's east shore

High tide required for inboard/outboard boat access

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round per verified data

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
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 bears, orcas, harbor seals, and short-billed gulls present in the area—use caution when hiking through dense forest

Location

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The cabin is located 26 miles northeast of Juneau on the east shore of Taku Inlet. Access is by motor boat or float plane. Access with an inboard/outboard boat is possible but requires a high tide approach during a large tide cycle. A tide of at least 12 feet is recommended for shallow draft boats to reach the cabin; please check tide charts in advance. The cabin is approximately a mile south of Taku Point and 2.2 miles north of Davidson Creek, directly across the inlet from Grizzly Bar.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Taku Glacier Cabin cost per night?+
Taku Glacier Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Taku Glacier Cabin open?+
Taku Glacier Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Taku Glacier Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Taku Glacier Cabin?+
Taku Glacier Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Taku Glacier Cabin?+
Taku Glacier 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 Taku Glacier Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Taku Glacier Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Taku Glacier Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Taku Glacier Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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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
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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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$45 /night★ 4.8 (5)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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