Best Cabin Camping near Wasilla, AK

Cabins near Wasilla provide rustic to modern accommodations with varying amenities. Eklutna Lake Campground offers cabin options with picnic tables and fire pits, while Fox Run Lodge & RV Campground provides cabins with electric hookups and drinking water. The Toad Lake Bunkhouse features electric hookups, showers, and toilets in a private setting. Hatcher Pass Lodge offers more secluded cabin accommodations accessible by drive-in or hike-in methods. According to one visitor, "Moose wander through the property" at Toad Lake Bunkhouse, adding to the authentic Alaska wilderness experience.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Bird Creek Campground includes two public use cabins with a small wood stove and wood supplied. A visitor noted, "There is a small wood stove and wood supplied for each cabin which was amazing! A lil kitchen area is built in for your food prep pleasure- must bring stoves and water." Most cabins require reservations, particularly during the peak summer season from May to September. Pet policies vary by location, with most campgrounds like Fox Run Lodge and Eklutna Lake allowing pets, while others like Tiny Trapper Cabin prohibit them.

Most cabins include basic furnishings but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities range from built-in kitchen areas to outdoor fire pits with picnic tables. Nancy Lake State Recreation Site and South Rolly Lake Campground provide cabin options with nearby lake access for fishing and water activities. Firewood is available for purchase at many locations, typically costing $8-15 per bundle. Visitors should check specific amenity listings before booking, as electricity, running water, and bathroom facilities vary significantly between properties. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, "There is no cell service out there, so you can say goodbye to the rest of the world on your way up the mountain road" at some locations like Eklutna, offering a true wilderness disconnect.

Best Cabin Sites Near Wasilla, Alaska (28)

    1. Eklutna Lake Campground — Chugach State Park

    40 Reviews
    Chugiak, AK
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 345-5014

    $5 - $100 / night

    "While there are pit toilets, bear lockers and water spigots, there's not much else besides a plot of land to put your tent, a fire ring and a picnic table. Which for me is plenty!"

    "You want water access on a glacial lake? How about numerous hiking, biking skiing and horse trails?"

    2. Eagle River Campground — Chugach State Park

    33 Reviews
    Eagle River, AK
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 694-7982

    "Great spot close to our home of Anchorage for when we don't want to go too far. Large pavillion great for get-togethers right along the river and includes it's own bathroom."

    "Reservation site is: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/lifetimeadventure This is a great spot close to everything you might need and has amazing hiking trails. Bring your bear bells."

    3. Fox Run Lodge & RV Campground

    8 Reviews
    Palmer, AK
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 745-6120

    "Great park with daily, weekly, monthly rates. There is a mix of full hookups, electric and water, and primitive sites so try and reserve if possible."

    "A bit wide open and highway noise but on lake with laundry, showers, full hookups, firewood for sale, restaurant, matanuska lake access, long term parking too. Some sites have gorgeous lake views."

    4. Anchorage N KOA Journey

    7 Reviews
    Wasilla, AK
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 745-7445

    "Pavillion with fire pit, two grills si you dont have to unpack yours, and hammocks to laze away the day. Laundry and showers look like an old west town, too cute!"

    "We booked a one night stay here as a trial run with our brand new travel trailer. Our daughter loved it so much that she begged to stay another night."

    5. Toad Lake Bunkhouse

    2 Reviews
    Wasilla, AK
    8 miles
    +1 (907) 229-0225

    $100 - $200 / night

    "This is a private location, located close to a forest. This cabin is super cute and the perfect place for your next getaway. Book your stay and leave a review here."

    6. South Rolly Lake Campground

    12 Reviews
    Big Lake, AK
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 269-8400

    "6 miles of canoe trails on Nancy Lake to keep you nice and busy all weekend long."

    "Great, well maintained campground for a base camp for exploring the Nancy Lake Rec. Area! We hiked on the nearby Red Shirt Lake Trail and caught a ton of small northern pike on Red Shirt Lake."

    7. Nancy Lake State Recreation Site Campground

    7 Reviews
    Willow, AK
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 269-8400

    "this is an enjoyable little campground only about 25 miles from Wasilla, AK."

    "Being born and raised in Alaska, I am disappointed in myself for only going to Nancy Lake for the first time in 2018. This is such a cool lake and very shapely."

    8. Hatcher Pass Lodge

    1 Review
    Palmer, AK
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 745-1200

    $150 / night

    "Rustic cabin and the best hot cakes. Great sledding in the winter and amazing hiking in the summer. Great place to beat out the winter blues."

    9. Tiny Trapper Cabin

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    Palmer, AK
    13 miles
    +1 (907) 841-4025

    $65 - $98 / night

    10. Bird Creek Campground — Chugach State Park

    27 Reviews
    Indian, AK
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 269-8400

    "We rented a cabin 95$ a night and took aprox 12 young ladies in the chilly month of November! Daring, I know!"

    "Campsites are pretty spaced. You get a picnic table and a fire ring for 20 bucks a night. Yes, there is road noise but that does calm down at night. Pit toilets around, clean and stocked."

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Cabin Reviews near Wasilla, AK

144 Reviews of 28 Wasilla Campgrounds


  • Shadara W.
    Sep. 15, 2019

    Anchorage N KOA Journey

    Wasilla Wonderful

    Wonderful place to stop off and catch your breath. Pavillion with fire pit, two grills si you dont have to unpack yours, and hammocks to laze away the day. Laundry and showers look like an old west town, too cute! Cabins for rent, playground for the kids and propane to restock. Open year round! Pet friendly and Wifi available. Super friendly staff.

  • Tanya B.
    Aug. 3, 2020

    Alaska's Winter Park Cabins

    This is not a campground

    This is a cabin rental out in Willow. If you are looking at taking an Alaska trip or need a getaway with out having to pack all your gear this place in an option.

  • Aimee H.
    Jul. 27, 2017

    Bird Creek Campground — Chugach State Park

    Bird Creek Cabin AK

    Bird Creek camp/ RV/ Cabin site is a beautiful 25 minute journey south of Anchorage. Far enough away but close enough to town if you feel the need to get back to the city.

    We rented a cabin 95$ a night and took aprox 12 young ladies in the chilly month of November! Daring, I know! But state restrooms made sharing a bathroom easy :)

    there is a small wood stove and wood supplied for each cabin which was amazing! A lil kitchen area is built in for your food prep pleasure- must bring stoves and water. No electricity so bring your choice of lighting. Also I recommend headlamps for winter months as bathrooms are a small treck from the secluded wooded cabins.

    Bunks are built in and a loft makes for plenty of room.

    There was a beautiful table with a map in the top- pretty awesome!

    There is a walking trail and it's close to the inlet for beluga whale watching and if your lucky a bore tide!

    Rv sites and tents sites available as well- plus table and fire pits at each site.

  • Shadara W.
    Aug. 12, 2019

    Eagle River Campground — Chugach State Park

    Close to home camping

    Great spot close to our home of Anchorage for when we don't want to go too far. Large pavillion great for get-togethers right along the river and includes it's own bathroom. Semi-seclude sites give privacy with large open areas at your fire pits, great for groups. Some double sites perfect for camping with friends. Pet friendly just please keep the leashed and clean up after them. Watch for bear activity and make sure to keep all food and enticing items locked up.

  • Courtney H.
    Jul. 18, 2022

    Anchorage N KOA Journey

    Great Family Park

    We booked a one night stay here as a trial run with our brand new travel trailer. Our daughter loved it so much that she begged to stay another night. Luck was on our side as there was a last minute cancellation and we were able to extend our stay 1 more night. The park had helpful and friendly staff, clean bathrooms, a nice laundry facility, and even a playground with a communal pavilion for people to gather round together. We would stay here again. There was a bit of road noise from the nearby highway but our family wasn't bothered at all by it as we are used to living on a base with lots of jet noise. Pet friendly and Wi-Fi is available and free! Propane, water fill, and dump station are available at this park.

  • T
    May. 16, 2019

    Eklutna Lake Campground — Chugach State Park

    No nonsense campground next to a beautiful lake and hiking trail.

    While there are pit toilets, bear lockers and water spigots, there's not much else besides a plot of land to put your tent, a fire ring and a picnic table. Which for me is plenty! If you get there at the right time, there are a few sites with a view of the lake thru the trees. Requires a very short hike to get lakeside but the view is worth it. With access to several hiking trails, including the beautiful Eklutna Lakeside trail, bike and kayak rentals across the parking lot, and multiple geocaches, you just can't go wrong.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 10, 2025

    Bird Creek Campground — Chugach State Park

    Great spot

    Campsites are pretty spaced. You get a picnic table and a fire ring for 20 bucks a night. Yes, there is road noise but that does calm down at night. Pit toilets around, clean and stocked. No water, so bring some. Cellphone signal (t mobile) and Internet pretty good. Nice bike trail close. They do also have cabins to rent

  • Elizabeth G.
    Mar. 30, 2022

    Bird Creek Campground — Chugach State Park

    First come, first serve

    This campground has 22 sites and 2 public use cabins. There’s bathrooms but no showers. Each campsite has a fire ring and picnic table and there are trails within walking distance of your campsite.

    We stayed during the off season so we ended up in the camp host site accidentally since it was one of the few that wasn’t still covered in snow. You definitely get some noise from Highway traffic but it’s not terrible. There’s a gas station right across the street for fuel and maybe some other last minute supplies you may need?

  • Angie G.
    Jul. 26, 2016

    Nancy Lake State Recreation Site Campground

    Quiet Lake Campground

    this is an enjoyable little campground only about 25 miles from Wasilla, AK. The campground is right by Nancy Lake, which offers a recreation area and in the summer the lake is warm enough for swimming. It also offers two boat launches for those campers with boats and is a fun little lake to cruise around on. We often go there with our boat just on day trips. Wonderfully friendly camp host this summer (2016) and good facilities. Great place for a close camping weekend getaway.


Guide to Wasilla

Cabins near Wasilla, Alaska provide access to the Matanuska-Susitna Valley at elevations ranging from 300 to 2,200 feet, depending on location. Winter temperatures can drop to -20°F while summer highs reach 70°F. Most cabin facilities operate seasonally from mid-May through September, with reduced availability during the winter months.

What to do

Lake activities: fish for rainbow trout: Nancy Lake State Recreation Site offers fishing opportunities directly from the shoreline. According to a visitor, "You can paddle out without worrying about other peoples wakes. It also lets you float silently and gives you better opportunities to get some great views of the local wildlife."

Hiking trails: connect to wilderness areas: South Rolly Lake Campground provides trail access to multiple hiking options. As one camper noted, "Hiking trails are bountiful and beautiful. There is a canoe trail between some lakes around the area and South Rolly Lake itself is fun to take your canoe or kayak out on."

Wildlife viewing: observe native species: The region supports diverse wildlife viewing opportunities. At Hatcher Pass Lodge, visitors can experience "Rustic cabin and the best hot cakes. Great sledding in the winter and amazing hiking in the summer. Great place to beat out the winter blues."

What campers like

Privacy between sites: spaced accommodations: Camping cabins near Wasilla often feature good separation between units. At Eklutna Lake Campground, "The sites are large and well-spaced, but not all quite as secluded as I'd like...Unlike some other campgrounds in the area, you are able to gather/chop dead fall wood for your campfire."

Year-round options: seasonal variations: Several cabin facilities operate throughout winter. According to a visitor at Fox Run Lodge & RV Campground, "A great place to stop off and catch your breath. Pavillion with fire pit, two grills so you dont have to unpack yours, and hammocks to laze away the day."

Food options: on-site dining: Some cabin locations include food service. One visitor mentioned, "Super friendly host and gorgeous area. Our RV door opened up to a view of the gorgeous lake. Plenty of amenities and the on site restaurant is a gem. The Thai food was REALLY good."

What you should know

Weather preparation: temperature swings: Cabin campers should prepare for variable conditions. At Eagle River Campground, a visitor warned, "Don't keep your food out of a secured box or by your tent, or rent one of their yurts. Make sure you take bear spray and/or a gun with you. Also bring bug spray as the mosquitoes can be quite viscous."

Seasonal bug challenges: mosquito precautions: Insect protection is essential during summer months. A camper at Nancy Lake noted, "Skeeters weren't terrible between the fire, bug spray and bug room we were just fine and came out with minimal bites."

Limited services: bring necessities: Most cabin rentals require self-sufficiency. As one visitor at Bird Creek Campground explained, "there is a small wood stove and wood supplied for each cabin which was amazing! A lil kitchen area is built in for your food prep pleasure- must bring stoves and water. No electricity so bring your choice of lighting."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: designated play areas: Several campgrounds offer family-friendly facilities. At Big Bear Campground, "The park had helpful and friendly staff, clean bathrooms, a nice laundry facility, and even a playground with a communal pavilion for people to gather round together."

Safe swimming locations: designated areas: Families can enjoy water activities at several locations. At South Rolly Lake, "We stayed here using a pull through site, no power with a walking path directly to the lake. It ended up raining the whole weekend but was still a great trip...We brought a canopy to hide from the rain, canoeing attire, food to cook on the campfire, fishing equipment and warm clothes."

Learning opportunities: educational options: Nancy Lake provides beginner-friendly experiences. A visitor suggested, "This is a great spot to take your younger kids to teach them the basics. Were new to the area so really just learning AK. But this was a great spot for a 5&4 YO. Not to much in and out traffic and plenty for them to just explore and learn close to camp."

Tips from RVers

Site selection: space considerations: RV cabin campers should research site dimensions. At Eagle River Campground, "Located around 5 minutes to Eagle River. Beautiful location on River. ADA accessibility. Dump station on site. Restrooms available. There is a fee and a limit on how long you can stay."

Reservation timing: early booking: Secure sites well in advance for peak season. A visitor at Fox Run Lodge noted, "Great park with daily, weekly, monthly rates. There is a mix of full hookups, electric and water, and primitive sites so try and reserve if possible."

Connectivity limitations: plan accordingly: Many cabin locations have limited cell service. As one camper mentioned about Nancy Lake, "Cell Service: spotty, Internet: no, 2020 Cost: $20 - $25, Distance from Anchorage: 76 miles, Best sites: A2, A8, A20, A22, A26, A24, Bug Factor (1 minimal to 10 too many to enjoy): 4-7 depending on weather."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Wasilla, AK?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Wasilla, AK is Eklutna Lake Campground — Chugach State Park with a 4.6-star rating from 40 reviews.

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