About Shelter Bay Cabin
Number of accommodations: 1
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hunting
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
C17, Loop: AREA SHELTER BAY CABIN
Site Details
Reviews (4)
What Guests Are Saying
The reviews highlight that Shelter Bay Cabin offers a cozy atmosphere and beautiful surroundings. However, some guests noted that the oil stove is outdated and requires replacement. Overall, the cabin provides a pleasant experience despite this issue.
What Guests Are Saying
The reviews highlight that Shelter Bay Cabin offers a cozy atmosphere and beautiful surroundings. However, some guests noted that the oil stove is outdated and requires replacement. Overall, the cabin provides a pleasant experience despite this issue.
Review Summary
Gerald M
VerifiedNovember 26, 2025 • Stayed at: C17, Loop: AREA SHELTER BAY CABIN
That cabin is in dire need of a new oil stove.
Gerald M
VerifiedNovember 26, 2025 • Stayed at: C17, Loop: AREA SHELTER BAY CABIN
That cabin is in dire need of a new oil stove.
Donald P
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2020 • Stayed at: C17, Loop: AREA SHELTER BAY CABIN
Great cabin warm with the two stoves and dry
Donald P
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2020 • Stayed at: C17, Loop: AREA SHELTER BAY CABIN
Great cabin warm with the two stoves and dry
Location Shelter Bay Cabin
Address:
Po Box 280
Cordova, AK, 99574
United States
The cabin is located on the southwest shore of Shelter Bay on Hinchinbrook Island. Access is by floatplane at high tide (20 minutes from Cordova) or
wheeled plane at low tide (landing strip located 350 yards north of the
cabin). Access by boat is 50 miles from Cordova. Boaters should inquire
about local conditions before entering the bay.
Tides affect all access to the cabin. Please consult local tide tables.
Latitude & Longitude: 60.426 / -146.664
Elevation: 1 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- The cabin may be inaccessible by floatplanes in fall, winter, and early spring; contact the Forest Service for details.
- You can make same-day reservations for the cabin.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- Be aware of safety precautions for bears, water, and weather due to the remote location.
- Stay alert to dangers and prepare for extended stays due to poor weather.
- Pack out all garbage and food to maintain cleanliness.
- Limit of one reservation per person from August 1 to 31.
- Cabin occupancy is limited to seven consecutive days per group or person.
Utilities
- Bring your own water or treat natural water sources, as water is not available at the cabin.
Local regulations
- Find more information on the Chugach National Forest and Prince William Sound.
Fires & fuel
- Avoid moving firewood to prevent pests; buy it near your destination and burn it on-site.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
