Esker Stream Cabin

An aerial view of Esker Stream Cabin and Esker Stream (Wrangell-St Elias)
Topographic map of Esker Stream Cabin (Wrangell-St Elias)
A wheeled airplane parked on the beach after landing near the cabin. A beach plane landing depends on the tide and if there are icebergs on the beach.
A view of bunks and bench inside Esker Stream Cabin (Wrangell-St Elias)
An interior view of a table and heater inside Esker Stream Cabin (Wrangell-St Elias)

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Cabins

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About Esker Stream Cabin

Built in 2002, Esker Stream Cabin is located near Yakutat, 20 miles (32 km) across Yakutat Bay in the southern coastal region of Wrangell-St. Elias Preserve, offering seclusion and relaxation. The cabin is accessible by air via beach landing in a wheeled airplane and is dependent on tide and glacial ice conditions. There is no Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) identifier or landing strip, nor good tie-down area for private aircraft. The cabin is located at sea level, surrounded by mature spruce and birch, and may include opportunities to see bears, moose, wolves, whales and shorebirds. Access to the cabin requires a short but unimproved 0.34 mile (.5 km) walk with a stream crossing. Off-Road Vehicles (ORVs) are not allowed for recreational or subsistence use in the park or preserve in the Malaspina Forelands.  

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

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Campground Amenities

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Water Access

  • Beach Access
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Site Details

Up to 4 guests
Shade
Campfire
Pet Friendly
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Location Esker Stream Cabin

Address:
Po Box 439
Copper Center, AK, 99573
United States

Policies & Rules

General

  • There are no on-site payment facilities at this location. All payments, changes and refund transactions will be through Recreation.gov. The cabin is accessible by air via beach landing in a wheeled airplane and is dependent on tide and glacial ice conditions.   There is no FAA identifier or landing strip, nor good tie-down area for private aircraft. The maximum use of a cabin per person is seven nights in a 30-day period, unless you have written permission from the superintendent. This cabin is located in a remote, rugged area. The remoteness of this cabin necessitates being prepared to handle any emergency situation.  Excursions onto glaciers should not be attempted without prior knowledge and experience in glacier travel and safety. The park does not stock heating oil, water, dishes, supplies, sleeping pads, bedding, or other amenities. Cabins are not regularly maintained. There is no running water or plumbing. Dogs are allowed but please clean up after your pet. Be wildlife aware! Bears and moose frequent the area; be prepared for encounters. To learn more, download the park's bear safety brochure (PDF)   There are numerous insects in this area. The park strongly recommends head nets during the summer months.  You must pack out all garbage and leftover food. Burying or burning garbage is prohibited. No food is to be left behind!   Do not remove or relocate any artifacts or deface any buildings. Please clean when you leave. It is a tradition is to leave the cabin cleaner than when you arrived!

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Last updated: August 4, 2026

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