Alsek River Cabin
Open year-round. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Peak season rates ($45/night) apply May 1 through September 30; non-peak rates ($35/night) apply October 1 through April 30.
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:49AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to start Friday and last through the weekend as multiple strong low pressure systems move into the northern gulf. These lows will bring multiple days of moderate to heavy rain, with around 1.5 to 3 inches of rain every 24 hours. Some areas, especially near Yakutat and along the gulf coast, could see localized areas reach around 4 inches of rain in 24 hours. Heaviest rain rates are anticipated late Saturday into Sunday with hourly rates of 0.15 to 0.3 inches possible. This heavy rain will likely cause rapid river rises along smaller rivers and streams, but no flooding is expected at this time. Along with this heavy rain, increased winds are highly likely across the area. Strongest winds are anticipated to occur late Saturday into Sunday with 30 to 40 kts, gusts to 50 kts across the gulf and 20 to 35 kts, gusts around 40 to 50 kts across the northern inner channels. Land winds will also increase, with areas especially along the gulf coast seeing wind gusts up to around 45 mph. Check back for more updates through the weekend.
Regional Order No. 10-01 - Marijuana - Simple Possession
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on the Tongass and Chugach National Forests: Possessing, storing or transporting parts of a cannabis plant, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part of such plant; including and not limited to…
Regional Order No. 10-00-00-04-01 - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol
TONGASS and CHUGACH NATIONAL FORESTS Regional Office Juneau, Alaska Order No. 10-00-00-04-01REGIONAL ORDEROccupancy and Use Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) & (b), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails located within and/or administered by the…
About
Alsek River Cabin sits on open muskeg terrain with dense patches of alder, cottonwood, and willow, beneath the snow-capped peaks of the Brabazon Mountain Range. Located 55 miles southeast of Yakutat in the Tongass National Forest, the cabin is primarily used for fall moose hunting, though mountain goat hunting is excellent in the Brabazon Range two miles east. Brown and black bears are common, and sandhill cranes pass through during spring and fall migrations. The 14x16-foot cabin accommodates four guests on single wooden bunks. It includes a table, benches, broom, oil heater, and food preparation space, with an outhouse, picnic table, and meat shed located outside. Visitors must be entirely self-sufficient: no water, electricity, or heating fuel is provided. Pack #1 diesel or kerosene (one gallon lasts 2-10 hours), drinking water, sleeping gear, cook stove, food, lantern, toilet paper, garbage bags, and fire extinguisher. Hip boots are recommended due to wet terrain. Access is by wheeled plane only, landing on the adjacent 1,800x50-foot airstrip. Guests arrange their own bush plane charter. All trash must be packed out, and the cabin should be cleaned before departure.
Directions
Located 55 miles southeast of Yakutat, just north of the Alsek River. Access is by wheeled plane only via an adjacent 1,800x50-foot airstrip. Guests must arrange their own bush plane charter from Yakutat.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 784-3359 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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