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Site W28 — HARDING RIVER CABIN

HARDING RIVER CABIN · Alaska · Loop AREA HARDING RIVER CABIN

Campsite W28 at HARDING RIVER CABIN in Alaska. CABIN NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 6 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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56.20389, -131.61556
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at HARDING RIVER CABIN

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High56°F
Avg Low44°F
Peak Rain Chance100%
Humidity91%
UV (avg)2
Today
🌦
Rain Showers
53°/44°
💧 47%🌬 3mph
↑ 6:50 AM ↓ 6:20 PM
Fri
🌦
Light Drizzle
55°/39°
💧 3%🌬 4mph
↑ 6:52 AM ↓ 6:18 PM
Sat
🌧
Light Rain
59°/44°
💧 51%🌬 4mph
↑ 6:54 AM ↓ 6:15 PM
Sun
🌧
Rain Showers
56°/48°
💧 100%🌬 4mph
↑ 6:56 AM ↓ 6:12 PM
Mon
🌦
Rain Showers
55°/45°
💧 98%🌬 3mph
↑ 6:58 AM ↓ 6:10 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 3 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.
  • ☔
    Rain jacket / shell
    100% chance of precipitation in the forecast.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
  • 🛍
    Dry bags for electronics
    Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.

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.

Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Vehicle Length
0
Max Num of Vehicles
0

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
6
Min Num of People
1

Site Features

Shade
Full

Photos from HARDING RIVER CABIN

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Harding River Cabin brown cabin surrounded by trees and greenery
Harding River Cabin brown cabin surrounded by trees and greenery — USFS
Harding River Cabin wood interior with wood bunkbeds and table
Harding River Cabin wood interior with wood bunkbeds and table — USFS
Harding River Cabin scenery, four people walking along grassflats to a boat with a river and clod covered mountains in background
Harding River Cabin scenery, four people walking along grassflats to a boat with a river and clod covered mountains in background — USFS
Harding River with trees in the background
Harding River with trees in the background — USFS
People building a fire with Harding River Cabin in background
People building a fire with Harding River Cabin in background — USFS
Harding River Cabin scenery, grassflats, tree covered hills and mountains in background and cloudy sky
Harding River Cabin scenery, grassflats, tree covered hills and mountains in background and cloudy sky — USFS
Harding River Cabin interior wood shelves, door open and stove
Harding River Cabin interior wood shelves, door open and stove — USFS
Harding River Cabin exterior brown cabin with cabin name sign and bear box
Harding River Cabin exterior brown cabin with cabin name sign and bear box — USFS

Booking Tips for Site W28

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 12:00 PM / 12:00 PM
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite W28?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site W28?

Maximum occupancy is 6 people and 0 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site W28?

Max vehicle length is 0 ft.

What hookups does site W28 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 12:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.