Eagle Beach State Recreation area is located at mile 28 on the Glacier Highway in Juneau. Summer recreation includes hiking, picnicking, berry picking, wildlife viewing, and photography. In the winter, the campground road is not plowed and the campground gate is locked from September 15 to the following spring (dependent on snow). If snow conditions allow bring a sled for transporting heavy gear. Winter recreation includes skiing, snowshoeing, photography, wildlife viewing and peace and quiet.

The average temperatures in this area are 55° to 70° F during the spring and summer. High humidity and a high average rainfall make for a wet environment. Bring appropriate clothing and come prepared for unpredictable changes in weather. Winter snow conditions vary from wet and snowy to cold and clear. Average temperatures are in the 20's with extremes in the single digits.

The cabin is equipped with wooden sleeping platforms and primary heat source is a kerosene heater*.

Location:
Saturday Creek cabin is located right next to the Eagle Beach parking lot.

GPS: N 58°31'33" W 134°48'56.91"

Special Notes:

* Primary heat is Kerosene. It is recommended the user bring a minimum of 1 gallon of kerosene to supply heat for the cabin (2 gallons per night in the winter). The kerosene stove burns approximately of 1.2 gallons per 24 hours on the Lowest setting and 3.6 gallons per 24 hours on the Highest setting. The fuel storage tank for the stove is on the rear of the cabin.

** Pets must be on a leash at all times and you are responsible for cleaning up your pet's waste.

Pack out everything you pack in.

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