West Point Cabin

Tongass National Forest — ocean access, fishing, hiking

Location: PETERSBURG, AK, AK

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (10 reviews)

Season: May through October

The West Point Cabin is located near the mouth of Portage Bay on Kupreanof Island. It provides a tranquil place to stay amid very scenic surroundings. The cabin also offers access to a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, fishing and boating, as well as whale-watching at Fredrick Sound.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Remote scenic cabin near Portage Bay on Kupreanof Island offering tranquil surroundings and access to hiking, fishing, boating, and whale-watching at Fredrick Sound. One verified camper praised it as a nice, clean, quiet cabin in a remote area.

Wildlife alert: Dall's Porpoise, Sitka Black-tailed Deer, Marbled Murrelet, Common Loon

Insider tips for West Point Cabin: Bring your own drinking water as the on-site water source quality is not good Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability The cabin is accessible by boat or float plane only

Skip West Point Cabin if: You need hookups - no hookups available. You cannot arrange boat or float plane transportation. You prefer established campground amenities - this is a remote 1-site facility. You have difficulty using wood heating with basic tools.

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

Nearby campgrounds: Portage Bay Cabin (PETERSBURG, AK), Salt Chuck East Cabin (PETERSBURG, AK), Petersburg Lake Cabin (PETERSBURG, AK), Towers Arm Cabin (PETERSBURG, AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at West Point Cabin

Cell signal at West Point Cabin (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★ 4 (10 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The West Point Cabin is located near the mouth of Portage Bay on Kupreanof Island. It provides a tranquil place to stay amid very scenic surroundings. The cabin also offers access to a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, fishing and boating, as well as whale-watching at Fredrick Sound.

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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
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesFirewood for Sale
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✕ You cannot arrange boat or float plane transportation✕ You prefer established campground amenities - this is a remote 1-site facility✕ You have difficulty using wood heating with basic tools

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Bring your own drinking water as the on-site water source quality is not good

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

The cabin is accessible by boat or float plane only

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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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: Dall's Porpoise, Sitka Black-tailed Deer, Marbled Murrelet, Common Loon

Location

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The West Point Cabin is located near the mouth of Portage Bay on Kupreanof Island. It is situated west of West Point, just around the point from Fredrick Sound. It is 18 miles by float plane or 24 miles by boat from Petersburg. The cabin can be found on USGS topographic maps Sumdum A4, Sumdum A5, Petersburg D4 and Petersburg D5. Maps are available online or by calling the Petersburg Ranger District at (907) 772-3871. Float plane or boat access can only occur at certain stages of the tide. Please

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

Official resources

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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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$35 /night★ 4 (10)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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