Virginia Lake Cabin

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: WRANGELL, AK, AK

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

Virginia Lake Cabin is a short floatplane ride from Wrangell, Alaska, making it a popular destination for a remote getaway on a scenic lake. It is located 10 miles east of Wrangell on the mainland above Eastern Passage. The area around Virginia Lake provides opportunities for fishing, hunting, paddling and hiking.

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/virginia-lake-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Virginia Lake Cabin offers a remote Alaskan getaway 10 miles east of Wrangell accessible by floatplane, with excellent opportunities for fishing, hiking, paddling, and wildlife viewing in a scenic lake setting.

Insider tips for Virginia Lake Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Arrange your own floatplane transportation in advance as access depends on weather conditions Firewood is available for purchase on-site

Skip Virginia Lake Cabin if: You require hookups — most sites have no hookups. You need road vehicle access — floatplane or watercraft portage required. You're visiting outside May through October seasonal window.

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

Nearby campgrounds: Berg Bay Cabin (WRANGELL, AK), Garnet Ledge Cabin (TONGASS/WRANGELL, AK), Middle Ridge Cabin (Wrangell, AK), Mount Rynda Cabin (WRANGELL, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Virginia Lake Cabin

Cell signal at Virginia Lake Cabin (WRANGELL, 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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WRANGELL, AK, AK★ 4.6 (7 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Virginia Lake Cabin is a short floatplane ride from Wrangell, Alaska, making it a popular destination for a remote getaway on a scenic lake. It is located 10 miles east of Wrangell on the mainland above Eastern Passage. The area around Virginia Lake provides opportunities for fishing, hunting, paddling and hiking.

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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.
ADA sites1 sites
Bear boxesYes — at every site
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Electric Hookups

Straight talk

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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 require hookups — most sites have no hookups✕ You need road vehicle access — floatplane or watercraft portage required✕ You're visiting 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 floatplane transportation in advance as access depends on weather conditions

Firewood is available for purchase on-site

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Location

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The cabin is on the east end of Virginia Lake, about 10 miles east of Wrangell. The lake is on the mainland (elevation 105 feet) above Eastern Passage. The cabin is accessible by float plane. Virginia Lake is usually ice-free May to October. In fall, winter and early spring, the cabin may be inaccessible due to frozen lake surface (float planes cannot land). Please contact the Wrangell Ranger District at (907) 874-2323 for information prior to making reservations during these periods.

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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 Virginia Lake Cabin cost per night?+
Virginia Lake Cabin costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Virginia Lake Cabin open?+
Virginia Lake Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Virginia Lake Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Virginia Lake Cabin?+
Virginia Lake Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Virginia Lake Cabin?+
Virginia Lake 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 Virginia Lake Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Virginia Lake Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Virginia Lake Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Virginia Lake Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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$45 /night★ 4.6 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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