Cabin rental · U.S. Forest Service · Tongass National Forest · Yakutat, AK

Alsek River Cabin

Alsek River Cabin is located on the Yukutat Forelands about a mile from the Alsek River, a large river known for its many glaciers. This cabin is open year-round and offers relaxation as well as excellent hunting opportunites. The site can be accessed by wheeled plane, depending on conditions. An airstrip is adjacent to the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

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Site guide

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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

PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
FeesOnly 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 14x16-ft. hunter-style cabin sleeps four people with four single wooden bunks. The cabin has a table and benches, broom, an oil heater and food preparation space. An outhouse, picnic table and 12x12-ft. meat shed are located outside. Water, heating oil and electricity are not provided. Visitors must supply their own drinking water as well as #1 diesel oil or kerosene for the heater. One gallon can last 2-10 hours, depending on the heat setting. Other items to bring include sleeping bags, sleeping pads, food, a cooking stove, cookware, plates, utensils, lanterns or flashlights, toilet paper, garbage bags, a fire extinguisher and fire starter. Visitors are expected to pack out trash and clean the cabin before leaving.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

This cabin is located 55 miles southeast of Yakutat, just north of Alsek River. Access is by wheeled plane only, on an 1,800x50-ft. airstrip.

Nearest townYakutat, Alaska
Coordinates59.1993° N, 138.4511° W · Directions ↗

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Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 1 mi
    Cabin_creek Spur A
    0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 1.1 mi
    Cabin Creek Spur B
    under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 1.2 mi
    Cabin Creek Spir C
    0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 1.3 mi
    Cabin_creek
    2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 1.5 mi
    Natmas
    0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 1.5 mi
    Natmas Spur A
    0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

Public land it sits in

On Wilderness Atlas →

This campground sits inside Tongass National Forest.

Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.

Natural features

The terrain is flat and very wet, and the cabin sits on predominantly open muskeg with dense patches of alder, cottonwood and willow. The snow-capped peaks of the Brabazon Mountain Range loom over the surrounding area. Brown and black bears are common here, and moose can often be found in the willow thickets. Sandhill cranes stop in this vicinity during spring and fall migrations. Wild strawberries are available for picking around the airstrip.

Recreation

Moose hunting is available in the surrounding area, and mountain goat hunting is excellent in the Brabazon Range 2 miles to the east. Hunters must have the proper licenses and hunt only in designated seasons.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Alsek River Cabin?

Sites at Alsek River 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 Alsek River 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 Alsek River Cabin?

Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Alsek River Cabin have?

1 site, including 1 cabin.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Alsek River Cabin?

Yes, pets are allowed at Alsek River Cabin. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Alsek River Cabin?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

What is there to do at Alsek River Cabin?

Moose hunting is available in the surrounding area, and mountain goat hunting is excellent in the Brabazon Range 2 miles to the east. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Alsek River Cabin?

Yakutat, Alaska.

Source: Getting there