Eagle Glacier Cabin
Eagle Glacier Cabin is open year-round for outdoor enthusiasts. This remote retreat is tucked into a peaceful lake setting that offers spectacular mountain views and its very own glacier. The site is accessed by hiking or snowshoeing or cross-country skiing 5.5 miles from the Amalga Trailhead off of Glacier Highway. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
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Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|
| J12 | Partial | 5 / – | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Only one change per reservation for all Alaska cabins is allowed. Change is defined as a modification to the start or end date of the reservation; after one change has been made, if additional changes are desired, the customer must cancel the current reservation and re-book the new dates. |
This chalet-style log cabin can accommodate five people and comes equipped with a double bunk, a single bunk and a sleeping loft. Other amenities include a table with benches, propane furnace, wood stove, shovel and bucket, broom, axe, splitting maul and food preparation space. Propane is supplied for the furnace. The cabin has a covered front porch. A picnic table and campfire ring are located in front of the cabin overlooking the lake, and there is also an outhouse. Water, firewood and electricity are not provided. Water is available from a nearby stream, but visitors should be sure to treat water before drinking or cooking with it ( water safety tips ). It is recommended that visitors bring their own water supply. Cooking facilities are not available. Visitors should pack sleeping bags, sleeping pads, a cooking stove, lanterns or flashlights, cookware, plates, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, a fire extinguisher and fire starter.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Located 23 miles northwest of Juneau. Access by the Amalga trail, 5.5 miles to the cabin from mile marker 27.3 on the Glacier Highway. The trailhead is on the north end of Eagle River Bridge and follows upstream on north side of Eagle River. The cabin is also accessible by helicopter.
| Nearest town | Juneau, Alaska |
| Coordinates | 58.5733° N, 134.7492° W · Directions ↗ |
Explore
Worth a stop
- 12.4 miLena Beach Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.9 miAmalga Trail ↗7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miYankee Basin Trail ↗6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.7 miYankee Basin Spur0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.2 miWindfall Lake Trail3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.3 miHerbert Glacier Trail ↗4.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4 miWindfall Lake Spur0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
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- Sentinel Island Light StationHistoric district · Juneau · 6.5 mi
- Point Retreat Light StationHistoric district · Juneau · 13.4 mi
Natural features
The cabin offers excellent views of Eagle Glacier Lake, Eagle Glacier and the surrounding mountains. The old-growth forest surrounding the cabin is spruce and hemlock with dense alder and willow patches. This area is home to eagles and black and brown bears ( bear safety information ). The trail leading to the cabin passes several beaver dams where beavers and waterfowl are often seen.
Recreation
The Amalga Trail used to access the cabin continues on for another 2 miles to the glacier. Cross-country skis are not advised for this trail in winter due to rough terrain. The Amalga trail can get muddy in the warmer months, so hikers should be sure to wear the proper footwear. The trail is somewhat challenging but with only 300 feet in elevation gain. An additional trail starts at the woodshed and continues about half a mile to a large waterfall. Berries are available for picking in the summer.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Eagle Glacier Cabin?
Sites at Eagle Glacier Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Eagle Glacier Cabin?
Only one change per reservation for all Alaska cabins is allowed. Change is defined as a modification to the start or end date of the reservation; after one change has been made, if additional changes are desired, the customer must cancel the current reservation and re-book the new dates.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Eagle Glacier Cabin?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Eagle Glacier Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Eagle Glacier Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Eagle Glacier Cabin?
The Amalga Trail used to access the cabin continues on for another 2 miles to the glacier. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Eagle Glacier Cabin?
Juneau, Alaska.
Source: Getting there
What if Eagle Glacier Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Mendenhall Campground (12.9 mi), Auk Village Campground (13.7 mi), and Bartlett Cove Campground (42.2 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby