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Laughton Glacier Cabin

Open

Open for reservations May 1 through September 30. Access is via the White Pass and Yukon Railroad plus a 1.5-mile hike. Train reservations required 24 hours in advance. Cabin is closed to reservations in the off-season as the surrounding area is owned by the railroad. Heavy snows in winter create high avalanche danger on the railroad tracks and hiking trail.

Tongass National Forest

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Tongass National Forest

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Tongass National Forest

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About

Laughton Glacier Cabin sits in a stunning mountainous setting surrounded by spruce and subalpine fir forest in the Tongass National Forest near Skagway, Alaska. The cabin overlooks the Skagway River drainage with views of the nearby Laughton Glacier. Wildflowers bloom around the cabin during summer months, and wildlife including moose, brown bears, black bears, and mountain goats inhabit the area. The 12x14-foot panabode-style cabin sleeps six people with two single and two double wooden bunks. Amenities include an oil stove for heating, table and bench, cooking counter, food cupboard and shelves, a cooler box attached outside, and an outhouse. A fire ring is located in front of the cabin. Guests must bring their own #1 stove oil (approximately 1 gallon per day), sleeping gear, cooking equipment, lantern, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, and fire extinguisher. Water is available from a nearby stream but must be treated before use. Access from May through September is via the White Pass and Yukon Railroad, departing Skagway for a 14-mile scenic ride to the Glacier whistle stop, followed by a 1.5-mile hike on a Forest Service trail through lush rainforest along the Skagway River. Train reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. From the cabin, a trail continues along Laughton Creek to the glacier, a three-mile round trip with 200-600 feet elevation gain.

Directions

Access is via a 14-mile ride on the White Pass and Yukon Railroad from Skagway to the Glacier whistle stop, followed by a 1.5-mile hike on a Forest Service trail. Make train reservations at least 24 hours in advance by calling (800) 343-7373.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
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) 225-3101

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

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View of Laughton Glacier from a short walk behind cabin
Steam Engine
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view of river from front of cabin
Laughton Glacier
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Fire in front of cabin

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