No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Ravens Roost Cabin continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 183 tracked site-nights (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 178 open for online reservation · 5 reserved.
Where the open windows are
Load status
Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027Of the open cabin-nights on mapped sites, 102 fall on weekdays and 76 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Mar 2027October holds the most room. 31 of 31 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 cabin| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open | |
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 1 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 1 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 1 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 1 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 0 | None open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 1 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 1 | Open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: 1 cabin is available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: no cabin is currently available for the complete two-night stay. Friday has no online availability; individual Thursday night remains open. New Year: 1 cabin is available for the complete two-night stay.
Availability
Most open cabin-nights · tracked window| Cabin | Open cabin-nights |
|---|---|
| P22 | 178 |
This cabin currently has 178 cabin-nights available.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotThe next bookable night is Sep 18; the first open weekend starts Sep 18. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
Multi-night stays. 4 2-night, 3 3-night, 3 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 18 at site P22.
All 1 cabin with current availability
| Cabin | Max RV | Hookups | Open cabin-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P22 | Not recorded | None | 178 | 84 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +166 more |
About Ravens Roost Cabin
Overview
Ravens Roost Cabin is on the Alexander Archipelago in southeast Alaska. It sits at the top of a mountain in a very scenic area, providing views of surrounding terrain and access to a variety of recreational opportunities. Visitors enjoy cross country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as wildlife viewing and berry picking.
The cabin can be accessed by helicopter or a 3-mile trail that starts at Sandy Beach in Petersburg. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Recreation
The area is popular among snowmobile enthusiasts, cross-country skiers, telemark skiers and snowshoers. During summer months the surrounding muskegs bloom with several species of wildflowers and wild berries. A trail to the north of the cabin connects to Petersburg, while a winter ski trail is marked to the south linking to the Twin Creeks road.
Facilities
The cabin has wooden bunks on the main floor and a sleeping loft.. It is equipped with a covered deck, a table and benches, a propane heater and an outhouse with a pit toilet.
The only fresh water available is from nearby adjacent pond or muskeg pools or melted snow. Water taken from any outdoor source should be treated or boiled before consumption. Guests are encouraged to bring drinking water if possible.
Guests will need to bring their own sleeping bags and pads, cook stove and cooking gear, towels, food, clothing, and garbage bags, among other necessities. Click here for more cabin details and maps.
Natural Features
The cabin is located on Mitkof Island, on the mountain above Petersburg Airport, at an elevation of 1,745 feet. It is the only cabin accessible by trail from Petersburg. The cabin is 16'x20' with a covered deck and a loft.
Terrain surrounding the cabin is flat muskeg and beyond that is steep mountain slopes. The cabin offers nice views of the Wrangell Narrows and Kupreanof Island to the west. A variety of wildlife can be seen in the area, including eagles, moose, deer, porcupines and black bears (learn about bear safety ).
Getting there
The Raven's Roost Cabin is located above Petersburg Airport. The distance is 3 miles by helicopter or 4 miles by hiking trail from the trailhead at the water towers behind the airport. The first mile of the trail is moderate, the middle section is very steep, and the final mile flattens along the ridge top. Allow 3 hours for ascent. Refer to USGS topographic map Petersburg D3. Petersburg C3 may also be helpful. Maps are available online or by calling the Petersburg Ranger District at (907) 772-3871.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Ravens Roost Cabin?
Reservations for Ravens Roost Cabin are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 178 of 183 tracked site-nights are open (97.3%), though availability can change. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Ravens Roost Cabin?
3 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 21 at site P22. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Ravens Roost Cabin?
October 2026, with 31 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 31.
When is the next open date at Ravens Roost Cabin?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Fri, Sep 18 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 18. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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