Cooper Landing, Alaska · Kenai Peninsula County · Campground
Overview Easily accessible cabin located in Trail River Campground. This cabin offers stunning views of Kenai Lake and the surrouding Kenai Mountains. A quick .1 mile hike to access in the summer time and a 1.2 mile ski or snowshoe in the winter. Please contact the Seward Ranger District at 907-288-3178 for current cam…
Overview Easily accessible cabin located in Trail River Campground. This cabin offers stunning views of Kenai Lake and the surrouding Kenai Mountains. A quick .1 mile hike to access in the summer time and a 1.2 mile ski or snowshoe in the winter. Please contact the Seward Ranger District at 907-288-3178 for current campground access road conditions. The Trail River Cabin is the perfect family friendly getaway and for those looking to get into the outdoors but not too far off the main road. The accessible log cabin has bunk space for six and a maximum occupancy of eight people. It is equipped with counter space, table, benches and a wood stove for heat. A splitting maul and hand saw are available. The closest outhouse is a vault toilet is located 400 feet away in the campground loop. There is no electricity, mattresses, bedding, cooking utensils or cut firewood at the cabin. Visitors should bring sleeping bags and pads, a cook stove, cooking gear and food. Potable water is available in the campground during the peak season but will need to be hauled in during the off season. Recreation Enjoy fishing for Dolly Varden and rainbow trout from the banks of Kenai Lake or the nearby Trail River. When the winds are calm, boating on Kenai Lake can be a fantastic way to enjoy your time at the Trail River Campground. Or explore many of the hiking trails that nearby Moose Pass has to offer. The Trail River Cabin provides beach access to Kenai Lake. Many people enjoy fishing, collecting driftwood, skipping rocks and walking along the beach. The view of the mountains surrounding Kenai Lake is gorgeous. Snow is present in the high peaks and avalanche chutes until the end of August. Trout fishing can be very productive from the beach at Trail River Campground as well as at many nearby streams. The lake is home to Dolly Varden, rainbow trout and lake trout. Although trout fishing is open year-round in Kenai Lake, special restrictions apply within 1/4 mile of inlet streams. Kenai Lake
Photos
Two-story log cabin with large front porch and ramp. A picnic table is in the foreground. — Photo courtesy of USFS. Two-story log cabin with large front porch and ramp. — Photo courtesy of USFS. View of the downstairs area from the interior stairs. Showing the kitchen area, wood stove, and table. — Photo courtesy of USFS.Downstair bunks next to wood stove. — Photo courtesy of USFS. Interior of cabin kitchen area consisting of two wall shelves, a corner countertop and two shelves below the countertop. Wood stove to the right of the counter. — Photo courtesy of USFSSleeping area upstairs with two moveable sleeping platforms. — Photo courtesy of USFS. Trail River Cabin picnic table and fire ring overlooking Kenai Lake. — Photo courtesy of USFS. A side view of the two-story log cabin showing the ramp and stairs that lead up to the front porch. — Photo courtesy of USFS.
How to Get There
From Anchorage, go south on Seward Highway approximately 100 miles to Crown Point. Turn at Milepost 24.2 on Trail River Road for 2 miles to campground. Take a right to the Eagle Point Loop and the cabin in located next to site 90. Look for Cabin Parking only spots and do not park in the campsite parking. For winter time access. Park outside of the Trail River Campground gate. Do not drive on groomed cross country skiing trail. Approximately 1 mile cross country ski to access cabin.
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Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to Trail River Cabin
Heading to Trail River Cabin? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Trail River Cabin?
No central reservation system listed for Trail River Cabin. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10300370) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at Trail River Cabin?
Trail River Cabin has 1 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to Trail River Cabin?
From Anchorage, go south on Seward Highway approximately 100 miles to Crown Point. Turn at Milepost 24.2 on Trail River Road for 2 miles to campground. Take a right to the Eagle Point Loop and the cabin in located next to site 90. Look for Cabin Parking only spots and do not park in the campsite parking. For winter time access. Park outside of the Trail River Campground gate. Do not drive on groom…
How do I contact Trail River Cabin?
You can reach the park at phone: 907-288-3178 or email: [email protected].
