Campsite AtlasSpencer Bench Cabin
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.
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Amenities & rules
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Getting there
During Summer months train transportation is required to reach the Spencer Whistlestop. To catch the train ( reservations required ) to the Spencer Whistle Stop, drive south from Anchorage on the Seward Highway to the Portage Rail Depot (Milepost 80) and check in at the Train station.
Campgrounds nearby
Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.