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Dale Clemens Cabin

Chugach National Forest, Alaska

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As of October 2026, Dale Clemens Cabin is a campground in Chugach National Forest, Alaska with 1 campsite. Dale Clemens Cabin is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Dale Clemens Cabin is located at 60.1975ยฐ N, 149.4140ยฐ W.
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Dale Clemens Cabin reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 15 (1 site)Oct 16 (1 site)Oct 20 (1 site)

1 site open on Oct 15 at Dale Clemens Cabin. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 08:56 UTC.

Campsites at Dale Clemens Cabin

  • Cabin 1

Amenities

  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Dale Clemens Cabin, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA DALE CLEMENS CABIN loop.

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About Dale Clemens Cabin

Overview

Dale Clemens Cabin is a rustic cabin in south-central Alaska. It offers great views of the surrounding mountain peaks, and Resurrection Bay and Seward in the distance. Visitors enjoy hunting and exploring, as well as fishing in nearby Lost Lake.

The cabin can be accessed by hiking, biking, skiing and snowmobile. It is open year-round, though conditions may impact travel plans. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

Visitors enjoy fishing for rainbow trout in Lost Lake. Hunting is available in season for moose, black and brown bears, wolves, mountain goats and ptarmigan.

Hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling are also popular activities.

Facilities

The two-story cabin has two entrances via stairways at ground level. A wooden deck with seating overlooks the surrounding peaks. The cabin is oufitted with a Nordic oil drip stove for heat. Cabin users are responsible for supplying his/her own kerosene/number one fuel oil at a rate of one gallon per day June-August and two gallons per day the rest of the year. Contact the Seward Ranger District for more information. Heating system will be changed to Nordic oil stove on September 11, 2019. Users are responsible for supplying kerosene/number one fuel oil after September 11, 2019.

Inside the cabin are wooden bunks and a loft that will sleep up to eight people. Counterspace,table,benches, and an oil drip heater are provided. An outhouse is located outside the cabin. There is no electricity, potable water, mattresses, bedding or cooking utensils. Visitors should bring kerosene/heating oil at a rate of one gallon per day June-August and two gallons per day the rest of the year, sleeping bags and pads, a cook stove, cooking gear and food. Water from the lakes or streams should be treated or boiled before consumption.

Natural Features

The cabin is located west of Seward Highway at an elevation of about 1,750 feet. The cabin sits just above tree line, amid mountain meadows and groves of hemlock and spruce trees, as well as grasses and abundant wildflowers.

Winter snow can linger into July and the cabin is susceptible to heavy fog and rain in the summer, as well as whiteout conditions in the winter.

A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area. For more information on access and regulations pertaining to this cabin, trail conditions, safety precautions and outdoor safety and ethics, please contact the Seward Ranger District.

Nearby Attractions

Resurrection Peak and Mt. Ascension tower above the area, at 4,700 and 5,700 feet respectively.

Rules and notices at Dale Clemens Cabin

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Dale Clemens Cabin on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This facility is located in an extremely remote and wild area; before making a reservation, become aware of bear , water , and weather safety (including cold ).

Recreating in Alaska can present both obvious and hidden dangers; please be aware of your surroundings and be prepared for extended stays due to occasionally poor weather.

Bikes and horses are not recommended on the access trail, due to numerous rock steps, crossings and water bars, narrow boardwalks (12 inches wide) and fragile alpine vegetation.

There is no source of fresh water near the cabin; guests must bring their own, or boil or treat water taken from lakes and streams.

Use of this cabin by a commercial operator, such as an outfitter or guide, is not allowed.

All garbage and food must be packed out.

It is unlawful to use a public recreation cabin without a valid cabin reservation.

Occupying a Public Recreation cabin with more than eight individuals per cabin for each permitted day is prohibited.

Camping, pitching tents, or staying overnight within 300 feet of any public recreation use cabin is prohibited unless you have a valid cabin reservation.

It is prohibited to hitch, tether, or hobble any saddle or pack animal including dog teams, within 200 feet of an established trail, water source, or developed recreation site, including Forest Service recreation cabins.

Camping and/ or occupying any one Public Recreation Use Cabin for a period longer than seven consecutive days by any person or group including but not limited to family members, members of the same household, and members of the same camping party within a 30 day period, and three consecutive days May 15 to August 31.

Learn more about Chugach National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by purchasing firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Cabin users are responsible for supplying their own kerosene/fuel oil at a rate of one gallon per night.

Dale Clemens Cabin FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Dale Clemens Cabin?

Dale Clemens Cabin is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Dale Clemens Cabin?

Cancellations happen frequently at Dale Clemens Cabin, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Dale Clemens Cabin have?

Dale Clemens Cabin has 1 campsites.

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