Power Creek Cabin
Open year-round. Reservations available through Recreation.gov up to 180 days in advance. Maximum stay is 7 consecutive nights. Stream crossing near the trailhead may be knee-deep or greater. This is an extremely remote location; poor weather may require extended stays.
High Wind Warning issued October 30 at 10:59AM AKDT until October 31 at 1:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
* WHAT...East winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 75 mph. * WHERE...Cordova. * WHEN...Until 1 AM AKDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest gusts are expected to be in the town of Cordova with gusts up to 65 mph for Cordova Airport.
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
Power Creek Cabin is a remote backcountry rental cabin operated by the Chugach National Forest, located in the scenic Power Creek Valley approximately 4.2 miles from the Power Creek Trailhead. The trailhead sits at the end of Power Creek Road, roughly 7 miles north of the fishing community of Cordova, Alaska. The trail meanders through old-growth spruce-hemlock forest, passing waterfalls and offering views of Orca Inlet, Eyak Lake, and the coastal Chugach Mountain Range. The rustic 12x20-ft cabin features a loft, covered deck, and sleeps up to 8 guests on wooden bunkbeds without mattresses. Amenities include an oil stove for heat (burns #1 stove oil or kerosene, fuel not provided), a wood stove, table, splitting maul, saw, and rainwater catchment barrel. An outhouse is located outside. There is no potable water, electricity, or running water. Visitors must bring all supplies including water (or the means to treat stream water), sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cook stoves, fuel, cooking gear, lanterns, toilet paper, first aid kit, and garbage bags for packing out trash. The surrounding area provides excellent hiking opportunities, including the 12.5-mile loop connecting Power Creek Trail and Crater Lake Trail. Wildlife in the area includes mountain goats, brown bears, black bears, and moose. During salmon runs in summer and fall, bears are particularly active near the creek. Fishing for small Dolly Varden is possible in the nearby stream.
Directions
From Cordova, Alaska, drive north approximately 6.9 miles on Power Creek Road to the Power Creek Trailhead at the end of the road. From the trailhead, hike 4.2 miles on Power Creek Trail to reach the cabin. The trail involves a stream crossing near the trailhead that can be knee-deep or greater depending on conditions.
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 | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 424-7661 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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