Established Camping
Denver Caboose Cabin
Denver Caboose Cabin is located in the Tongass National Forest near Juneau, Alaska, featuring forested terrain with nearby mountains. The area experiences temperature highs around 65°F in summer and lows near 20°F in winter. Visitors can explore the Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefield, both accessible within a short distance from the cabin.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Tongass National Forest
Overview
This unique cabin is a refurbished 1960s railroad caboose that is retired from the White Pass and Yukon Railroad. It is an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts who want to hike to the Denver Glacier. Access to Denver Caboose Cabin is via the White Pass and Yukon Railroad from May 1 to September 30. The cabin is closed to reservations in the off-season, since the surrounding area is owned by the railroad. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety and must bring several of their own amenities.
Recreation
A 4.5-mile trail to Denver Glacier starts at the cabin site. The trail follows a river and has many scenic overlooks. The nearby terrain is rugged and brushy.
Natural Features
Denver Caboose Cabin offers excellent views of the East Fork Skagway River and the Sawtooth Mountains. It is surrounded by spruce and hemlock rainforest. Black bears and moose are common in this area ( bear safety information ). Mountain goats can frequently be seen with binoculars.
Fee Info
Only one change per reservation for all Alaska cabins is allowed. Change is defined as a modification to the start or end date of the reservation; after one change has been made, if additional changes are desired, the customer must cancel the current reservation and re-book the new dates.
Location
Denver Caboose Cabin is located in Alaska
Directions
The cabin is approximately 5.5 miles north of Skagway along the East Fork of the Skagway River. The cabin is beside the railroad tracks at the Denver Glacier Trailhead. Access is via the White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad from May 1 through September 30. Make reservations at least 24 hours in advance for train transportation. Rate information and reservations are available by calling the railroad at (800) 343-7373.
Address
Juneau Ranger District, 8510 Mendenhall Loop Road
Juneau, AK 99801
Coordinates
59.5013889 N
135.2263889 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonFair
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Fires
