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Cabin camping near Hoonah includes rustic forest service cabins with few modern conveniences, ranging from small one-room structures to larger family accommodations. Eight Fathom Cabin and Kennel Creek Cabin offer primitive accommodations with no electricity, running water, or bathroom facilities. These cabins typically come with wooden bunks, a table, and a woodstove for heating. Visitors must bring or gather firewood for heat. The structures provide shelter but require guests to be self-sufficient with supplies. "I've stayed at this cabin twice and absolutely love going here. It is perfect place to camp with the family or make it a boys trip," notes one visitor about a similar cabin in the region.
Most cabins require advance reservations through recreation.gov or the Forest Service system. While rustic log cabins predominate, options vary in size from small one-room structures to larger family accommodations. Pets are permitted at some locations including Eight Fathom Cabin and Kennel Creek Cabin, though wildlife concerns sometimes limit this policy. Both boat-in and drive-in access options exist depending on the cabin location. Winter accessibility can be limited by weather conditions, though many cabins remain reservable year-round with appropriate planning.
Visitors to cabins near Hoonah should bring sleeping bags, cooking equipment, water containers, and food supplies. No drinking water is available at most cabins, requiring guests to treat water from nearby sources or bring their own. Cooking facilities typically consist of a wood stove or outdoor fire ring. Guests should pack out all trash as no collection services exist at remote cabins. The nearest supplies are available in Hoonah, making advance planning essential. Depending on cabin location, bringing equipment for fishing, crabbing, or hiking is worthwhile, as one visitor noted: "Near the cabin, there is great crabbing across the bay and decent shrimping within a 10 minute boat ride."
"Easy access to epic beauty from the airport."
"Excellent location on lake offering a spectacular view. Nice campground, cozy and only offers less than 70 sites. Full hookups are available at some."
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Check Availability"I've stayed at this cabin twice and absolutely love going here. It is perfect place to camp with the family or make it a boys trip."
from $55 / night
Check Availability"This campground has one site with a picnic table and a fire ring. However you can camp anywhere that there is parking. This is on a well-maintained road and would be great to bring a kayak."
"4 spots with picnic tables and fire pits. Clean bathrooms and big trash cans that got emptied while we were there for 4 nights. Low GCI service. Water spout that didn’t work for us."
from $75 / night
Check Availability"My boyfriend and I were recommended to do the John Muir Cabin and the hike in Juneau, and we were beside ourselves. The cabin at the end is cozy and the views of the mountains are spectacular."
from $75 / night
Check Availability"Working for the USFS- We spent a week at Peterson, redoing the floor, repairing cabinets, countertops, and the table. We fixed the gutter outside and repainted the propane tank."
from $75 / night
Check Availability"Great access to river area. There is a large amount of bear activity in area. We had a black bear next to our campground eating grass one evening."
from $60 - $100 / night
Check Availability"This cabin is at the end of the road going North of Juneau. The cabin is not furnished with mattresses & sleeps a max of 8 for a max of 3 nights."
"Be sure to bring enough water for the night because the creek by the cabin is currently dried up."
GuideEasy access to epic beauty from the airport. The glacier brings the temperature down significantly from the surrounding area ❄️ All of the campsites are furnished with picnic tables, tent pads & fire rings with grills. Water faucets & accessible vault toilets are provided, as are two accessible flush toilets and shower facilities. A dump station & trash dumpster are located on-site.
RangerExcellent location on lake offering a spectacular view. Nice campground, cozy and only offers less than 70 sites. Full hookups are available at some. Picnic tables and fire rings are available at sites. There is also a dump station and restrooms available. Hiking trails are close. As is the Mendenhall Glacier accessible from the Visitor Center
GuideThis cabin is at the end of the road going North of Juneau. The cabin is not furnished with mattresses & sleeps a max of 8 for a max of 3 nights. Summer access by foot or boat (can haul onto a rocky beach). The foot trail begins at Point Bridget State Park Trailhead parking area at Mile 39 Glacier Highway. The trail is 3.4 miles to the cabin. Winter access**:** the same trail is open in the winter. Visitors can ski or snowshoe in, but no ATV's or other motorized vehicles are allowed. Primary heat at the cabin is kerosene with an emergency woodstove.
LegendThis campground has one site with a picnic table and a fire ring. However you can camp anywhere that there is parking. This is on a well-maintained road and would be great to bring a kayak. I look forward to spending a lot of time at this campground.
Ranger4 spots with picnic tables and fire pits. Clean bathrooms and big trash cans that got emptied while we were there for 4 nights. Low GCI service. Water spout that didn’t work for us. Beautiful central location for the Kenai peninsula. Highly recommend.
GuideI've stayed at this cabin twice and absolutely love going here. It is perfect place to camp with the family or make it a boys trip. Easiest way to get to the cabin is from Sitka, takes little under 2 hours by boat. Near the cabin, there is great crabbing across the bay and decent shrimping within a 10 minute boat ride. There is one mooring buoy to tie up to so bring a raft to get to shore. Outside the cabin, there is a couple benches around the fire pit and a rope swing. There is some pre-cut wood alongside the cabin, otherwise you can always scavenge for more wood. I would bring an ax. There is also a tire swing next to the fire pit. Inside the cabin, it is small but easily slept all of us (5 guys). Bring all your own camping gear. There is also a little wood stove inside the cabin to help warm it up at night. Only warning, be on the lookout for bears, there was multiple signs of them so don't leave anything outside
RangerAfter being unable to find good reviews of campsites here, I took what I could find and gambled on a site. We were in tent site 021. It was a gorgeous site, had a large picnic table, bear box, water spigot between us and the site next to us, fire pit, clean pit toilets and a clean bath house. This campground has backpacker sites, RV sites, and car sites as well. We had a short walk through the moss on a trail that led down to Mendenhall Lake. It had a gorgeous view of the glacier. We enjoyed listening to all the birds and it was a pretty quiet campground.
There are a few sites close to boggy areas and they can be mushy and muddy, especially after a rain. There is a map on the reservation website where you can kind of see it. Our site was fabulous.
The trails are not far from the campground, so they are walkable.
RangerMy boyfriend and I were recommended to do the John Muir Cabin and the hike in Juneau, and we were beside ourselves. The cabin at the end is cozy and the views of the mountains are spectacular. You do not want to miss this. The boardwalks over the muskegs and the flora and fauna are unreal and so, so Alaska. Highly recommend!
TravelerAfter a month of kayaking in Glacier Bay, stumbling off the ferry and taking the bus to the campground Mendenhall campground felt like luxury. Without a doubt the best hot showers I've ever had camping. The proximity to the glacier and the views from around the lake are astounding. Mt McGinnis on the west and Mt Bullard and Thunder Mountain to the East. The shark fin and the towers piercing out of the ice field. It's all jaw dropping regardless of what direction you turn your head.
The campground is walking distance to multiple trails including the west glacier trail that approaches the glacier or splits off and climbs to summit Mt McGinnis as well as the visitor center. Also big heads up there were the famed ice caves but those have long collapsed and as of my visit no new caves have formed.
Bear boxes are at each campsite as well as fire pits. By far my favorite established campground in Juneau. Only downer in my opinion is having to reserve online first.
Forest Service cabins surrounding Hoonah offer remote Alaska experiences in a temperate rainforest environment. Located in the Tongass National Forest on Chichagof Island, these cabins vary from sea level locations to alpine settings. Temperatures typically range from 30-65°F throughout the year with frequent precipitation, making waterproof gear essential regardless of season.
Kayaking and crabbing: Moser Island Cabin provides excellent opportunities for shellfish harvesting. "Near the cabin, there is great crabbing across the bay and decent shrimping within a 10 minute boat ride," notes Billy B., who recommends bringing proper equipment and allowing extra travel time from Sitka.
Glacier viewing: From Mendenhall Lake Campground, visitors can access numerous glacier-viewing trails. "The tent sites were nicely separated, giving you that feeling that you're further away than you really are. I loved staying here, and loved the things to do nearby. We explored the glacier and went on a hike," shares Krista R.
Wildlife observation: Bear sightings are common throughout the region's cabin areas. At Eagle Beach State Recreation Area, "There is a large amount of bear activity in area. We had a black bear next to our campground eating grass one evening," according to James B., highlighting the importance of proper food storage.
Seclusion and quiet: Cabins offer true wilderness immersion away from crowds. "This cabin is at the end of the road going North of Juneau... The foot trail begins at Point Bridget State Park Trailhead parking area at Mile 39 Glacier Highway. The trail is 3.4 miles to the cabin," explains Josiah P. about Blue Mussel Cabin.
Lake access: Peterson Lake Cabin sits adjacent to its namesake lake with a dock. "Peterson is a great cabin and the perfect place to getaway!" shares Mackenzie S., who participated in maintenance work at the facility.
Traditional experience: Rustic accommodations appeal to those seeking an authentic Alaska stay. At Mendenhall Lake Campground, Sierra S. notes: "This beautiful site is not only spectacular but conveniently close to town. After setting up camp you can explore the trail to get close to the glacier and see beautiful waterfalls!"
Reservation requirements: All Forest Service cabins require advance booking through recreation.gov, typically up to six months ahead. At Mendenhall Lake Campground, Josiah P. advises: "Before you go: you must reserve a spot online in advance & spots tend to fill up quickly in July & August."
Limited facilities: Expect minimal amenities at most cabins. James B. reports about Eagle Beach: "There are pit toilets on site. There is water, with a boil direction to use. There is no trash service. No dump site."
Transportation planning: Most cabins require boat, foot, or combination access. For Blue Mussel Cabin, "Summer access by foot or boat (can haul onto a rocky beach). The foot trail begins at Point Bridget State Park Trailhead parking area at Mile 39 Glacier Highway," according to Josiah P.
Water sources: Natural water sources may be unreliable. Stephanie S. cautions about Blue Mussel Cabin: "Be sure to bring enough water for the night because the creek by the cabin is currently dried up."
Safety planning: Bear activity requires vigilance at camping cabins near Hoonah. At Moser Island Cabin, Billy B. warns: "Only warning, be on the lookout for bears, there was multiple signs of them so don't leave anything outside."
Recreational options: Consider cabins with diverse activities for different ages. At Peterson Lake campground, Tanya B. suggests: "This is on a well-maintained road and would be great to bring a kayak. I look forward to spending a lot of time at this campground."
Space requirements: Cabin capacity varies significantly. Billy B. notes about Moser Island: "Inside the cabin, it is small but easily slept all of us (5 guys). Bring all your own camping gear."
Limited services: RV sites near Hoonah offer minimal hookups. At Eagle Beach State Recreation Area, James B. explains: "We were able to get good solar and Starlink service. There is no trash service. No dump site."
Cell coverage: Communication options are inconsistent across the region. "Absolutely no cell service" at Eagle Beach State Recreation Area, according to James B., making offline navigation tools essential.
Weather preparation: RV campers should prepare for rapid weather changes. At Mendenhall Lake Campground, one visitor notes how important it is to have proper shelter: "Great place for the family, bears do frequent the area so keep site clean," advises James L.
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