Priest Rock Cabin
Take yourself back in time with a stay in the Priest Rock Cabin on Lake Clark. Split some wood and head inside to light a blaze in the wood stove, under the light of the moon as it shimmers on the lake. Enjoy the warmth as your gear dries out from a day on the water.
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Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / – | 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 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The cabin is rustic and accommodates up to six people. It is equipped with a wood stove, table and chairs and an outhouse nearby. Sleeping accommodations include wooden bunks -- three single beds and one queen bed. There is no electricity or running water at the cabin. Fresh water is available in the lake but must be treated. The cabin is equipped with a fire extinguisher and smoke detectors. There is no cell phone coverage at the cabin. There are no mooring buoys at this location. The cabin does not offer trash service; nor does the nearby community of Port. Alsworth. Air taxis may accommodate visitor trash for a fee in Anchorage or other surrounding communities.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
It is not possible to drive to the cabin. The cabin is 120 air miles from Anchorage and 8 miles from Port Alsworth. Visitors must arrange their own transportation. This cabin is accessible by float plane, water taxi, or private vessel. Kayakers with advanced skills can reach the cabin from Port Alsworth. There are no mooring buoys at this location.
| Nearest town | Anchorage, Alaska |
| Coordinates | 60.3093° N, 154.1770° W · Directions ↗ |
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Public land it sits in
Jay S. Hammond Wilderness begins about 0.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.5 miJay S. Hammond Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 2,592,000 acres
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.
On the National Register nearby
- Dr. Elmer Bly HouseBuilding · Port Alsworth · 8.5 mi
- Libby's No. 23 (bristol bay double ender)Structure · Port Alsworth · 9.2 mi
- Wassillie Trefon Dena'ina Fish CacheStructure · Port Alsworth · 9.2 mi
Natural features
The Priest Rock Cabin sits on the north shore of Lake Clark, approximately eight miles (13 km) north of Port Alsworth. The cabin is perched above a small creek that runs into the lake. It commands a sublime view of the upper reaches of Lake Clark backed by mountains soaring to 6,000 feet (1829 m).
Recreation
The cabin is an ideal location for kayaking, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing. Please refer to Alaska Department of Fish and Game for fishing regulations and license requirements.
Nearby
This is a remote backcountry cabin with the closest amenities available in Port Alsworth. There are no maintained trails surrounding the cabin.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Priest Rock Cabin?
Sites at Priest Rock Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Priest Rock Cabin?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Priest Rock Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Priest Rock Cabin?
Yes, pets are allowed at Priest Rock Cabin. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Priest Rock Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Priest Rock Cabin?
The cabin is an ideal location for kayaking, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Priest Rock Cabin?
Anchorage, Alaska. This is a remote backcountry cabin with the closest amenities available in Port Alsworth.
Source: Getting there
Which national park is Priest Rock Cabin in?
Priest Rock Cabin is a Lake Clark National Park & Preserve campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.