Spencer Bench Cabin
Anchorage, Alaska · 1,847 ft · In Chugach National Forest
Photos: Graham Predeger
At a glance
4 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 1,847 ft (563 m)1,847 ft563 m
Sites1
Spencer Bench Cabin lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
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Amenities
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- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
Spencer Bench Cabin is located at 1,900 feet in elevation at the end of the Spencer Bench Trail. The trail climbs away from the lake revealing breathtaking views of the Placer River Valley, Spencer Lake and the Spencer Glacier below. The cabin sits just below several alpine meadows with vegetation of low shrubs, grasses and summer wildflowers. Please note: some years Spencer Bench Trail maintains snow coverage until July. For current trail conditions call the Glacier Ranger District at (907) 783-3242.
Spencer Bench Cabin is available for rent year round although winter recreation here requires an advanced skillset and knowledge of avalanche hazards to access this Cabin via skis or snowmachines in the winter. Some parties do opt to charter a ski plane or helicopter to provide quick and easy winter access.
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Cell service
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- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Spencer Bench Cabin: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueChance Rain Showers then Light Rain, 98% chance of rain43°31°
- WedLight Rain, 97% chance of rain44°35°
- ThuRain, 97% chance of rain45°36°
- FriLight Rain, 98% chance of rain45°33°
- SatChance Rain And Snow, 43% chance of rain44°30°
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Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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