Trail River Cabin
Open — Open year-round with reservations available up to 180 days in advance via Recreation.gov. Summer access is a short 0.1-mile walk from parking. Winter access requires a 1.2-mile ski or snowshoe from the campground gate as the road is groomed for cross-country skiing. Potable water and trash disposal only available during summer when the campground is open.
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 proc
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
Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 7700-96-1 7730EFFECTIVE 5/17/96 Page 10 of 117731.14 - EXHIBIT 01ORDER NO. R-10-96-01FOREST DEVELOPMENT ROADS AND TRAILSALASKA REGION
10-04-00-26-01 Winter Motorized Vehicle Closure
To prevent resource damage from snowmachine use in areas where inadequate snow conditions exist, some Kenai Peninsula areas of the Chugach National Forest are closed to snowmachine use areas.
10-04-00-24-05 - Developed Recreation Sites, Public Use Cabins Prohibitions
Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the Chugach National Forest:Cutting any standing tree within 150 feet of a Public Use Cabin, Developed Recreation Site or Administrative Use Site.
10-04-00-17-09 Winter Motorized Vehicle Use
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on certain lands administered by the Forest Service within the Chugach National Forest:
10-04-04-12-08 Copper River Delta Winter Motor Vehicle Closure
The use of snowmachines (snowmobiles and all motorized over snow vehicles, including off highway vehicles) and the landing of, or the dropping or picking up of any materials, supplies, or persons by means of, helicopters that are utilized for t winter recreational activities is prohibited in the
10-04-00-05-01 - Winter Motor Vehicle Closure Prince William Sound
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a), the following acts are prohibited on the Chugach National Forest:Certain motor vehicle use except for subsistence uses from December 1 through April 30 of each year:
10-04-00-04-03 - Motor Vehicle Closure Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Acquired Lands
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a) the operation of motor vehicles is prohibited in the following areas:
About
Trail River Cabin is a relatively new addition to the Chugach National Forest cabin system, offering a family-friendly getaway with easier access than remote backcountry cabins. The two-story log cabin sits on the edge of Kenai Lake, surrounded by hemlock, cottonwood, Sitka spruce, and aspen forests with stunning views of the Kenai Mountains. The cabin accommodates up to 8 people with bunk space for seven. It includes counter space, a table, benches, and a wood stove for heat. A splitting maul and hand saw are provided. A vault toilet is located 400 feet away in the campground loop. The cabin features a wheelchair-accessible ramp to the entrance. Visitors must bring their own sleeping bags and pads, cook stove, cooking gear, and food, as there is no electricity, mattresses, bedding, cooking utensils, or cut firewood provided. The location offers excellent fishing opportunities for Dolly Varden, rainbow trout, and lake trout in Kenai Lake and the nearby Trail River. Within a one-mile radius are five trails including Falls Creek Trail, Crown Point Mine Road, Ptarmigan Creek Trail, and Vagt Lake Trail, all providing access to the Iditarod National Historic Trail. The area is home to both brown bears and black bears. During winter when the campground is closed, the campground roads are groomed for freestyle and Nordic skiing, providing scenic access to the cabin.
Directions
From Anchorage, drive south on Seward Highway approximately 100 miles. At milepost 24.2, turn west onto Trail River Road and follow for 2 miles to the campground. Turn right to the Eagle Point Loop. The cabin is located near site 90. Look for cabin-only parking and do not park in campsite spaces. In winter, park outside the campground gate and ski approximately 1.2 miles to the cabin.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| mailroom_r10_chugach@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 288-3178 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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