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Priest Rock Cabin in Alaska
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Priest Rock Cabin

Lake Clark National Park & Preserve, Alaska

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As of October 2026, Priest Rock Cabin is a campground in Lake Clark National Park & Preserve, Alaska with 1 campsite. Priest Rock Cabin is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Priest Rock Cabin is located at 60.3093ยฐ N, 154.1770ยฐ W.
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Priest Rock Cabin reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Campsites at Priest Rock Cabin

  • Cabin 1

Amenities

  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

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

All sites at Priest Rock Cabin, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Priest Rock Cabin loop.

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About Priest Rock Cabin

Overview

Take yourself back in time with a stay in the Priest Rock Cabin on Lake Clark. Split some wood and head inside to light a blaze in the wood stove, under the light of the moon as it shimmers on the lake. Enjoy the warmth as your gear dries out from a day on the water.

Recreation

The cabin is an ideal location for kayaking, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing. Please refer to Alaska Department of Fish and Game for fishing regulations and license requirements.

Facilities

The cabin is rustic and accommodates up to six people. It is equipped with a wood stove, table and chairs and an outhouse nearby. Sleeping accommodations include wooden bunks -- three single beds and one queen bed. There is no electricity or running water at the cabin. Fresh water is available in the lake but must be treated. The cabin is equipped with a fire extinguisher and smoke detectors. There is no cell phone coverage at the cabin. There are no mooring buoys at this location.

The cabin does not offer trash service; nor does the nearby community of Port. Alsworth. Air taxis may accommodate visitor trash for a fee in Anchorage or other surrounding communities.

Natural Features

The Priest Rock Cabin sits on the north shore of Lake Clark, approximately eight miles (13 km) north of Port Alsworth. The cabin is perched above a small creek that runs into the lake. It commands a sublime view of the upper reaches of Lake Clark backed by mountains soaring to 6,000 feet (1829 m).

Nearby Attractions

This is a remote backcountry cabin with the closest amenities available in Port Alsworth. There are no maintained trails surrounding the cabin.

Rules and notices at Priest Rock Cabin

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Priest Rock Cabin on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Dogs are allowed at the cabin.

Please use wood sparingly in the cabin for heating purposes only.

The park will enforce the maximum consecutive stay limit of 5 nights for a limit of 21 nights in a calendar year.

The cabin is only accessible by floatplane or boat; water taxis are available from Port Alsworth.

You are responsible for bringing your own cook stove, lighter, utensils, sleeping pads, bedding, toilet paper, drinking water, and/or means to treat drinking water.

Park regulations require all food, garbage, and other scented items be secured inside the cabin at all times because bears frequent this area. Food storage violations could result in immediate termination of the cabin reservation in addition to a fine.

Pack out all your trash and remaining food. Lake Clark National Park and Priest Rock Cabin do not offer trash service. Port Alsworth is a rural Alaska community without a public waste or trash system.

No smoking inside the cabin. All cigarette butts must be packed out with other garbage.

Help conserve firewood; use only when necessary. Report any problems with the woodstove to park staff.

The park highly recommends that backcountry travelers carry a means of communication and file a trip plan with someone they know.

Travel plans in this area are frequently affected by weather. The park recommends travelers carry extra supplies and have some flexibility in their schedule.

This facility does not receive cleaning between groups. Guests are strongly encouraged to clean surfaces before and after use.

Priest Rock Cabin FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Priest Rock Cabin?

Priest Rock Cabin is rated "Very 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 Priest Rock Cabin?

Cancellations happen frequently at Priest Rock 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 Priest Rock Cabin have?

Priest Rock Cabin has 1 campsites.

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