Crow Pass Cabin

About

Crow Pass Cabin sits about 500 yards off the Crow Pass Trail, which follows part of the former Iditarod Trail supply route. The cabin is positioned in open alpine tundra above treeline at approximately 3,500 feet, offering views of Crystal Lake and the surrounding Chugach Mountains. The 16x16-foot A-frame structure features a main floor and sleeping loft with wooden bunks, a table with benches, and a kerosene stove for heating. The 3-mile approach from the Crow Pass Trailhead gains 2,080 feet of elevation through scenic terrain passing the historic Monarch Mine ruins and several waterfalls. Small stream crossings are required near the cabin. The trail continues beyond the cabin toward Raven Glacier and connects to the 24-mile thru-hike to Eagle River Nature Center, which requires a substantial river crossing. The cabin serves as an excellent base camp for mountain climbing, backcountry skiing, or completing the full Crow Pass traverse. Black and brown bears, wolves, moose, Dall sheep, mountain goats, and marmots inhabit the surrounding area. Visitors must be fully self-sufficient, bringing kerosene fuel, drinking water or purification, cook stove, bedding, toilet paper, and all provisions.

Directions

At mile 90 on AK-1 South/Seward Highway (35 miles south of Anchorage), turn left onto Alyeska Highway toward Mt. Alyeska Resort. After 2 miles, turn left onto Crow Creek Road. The trailhead is at the end of the road (7 miles). From the trailhead, hike 3 miles with 2,080 feet of elevation gain to reach the cabin. Expect small stream crossings near the cabin.