Kenai Fjords National Park Cabins
Closed — Closed for the season. The cabins operate from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Reservations open January 1st each year.
Canyon from Toe of Exit Glacier to the Outwash Plain
The canyon from the toe of Exit Glacier to where Exit Creek opens into the Outwash Plain is susceptible to sudden outburst flood events. These events produce sudden surges of water, ice and rock. For your safety please stick to designated park trails.
Use Caution in and around Pedersen Lagoon
On August 7, 2024, a landslide triggered tsunami washed over portions of Pedersen Lagoon near Aialik Bay (59.8842N, -149.7309W). We recommend caution for those visiting the area in and around Pedersen Lagoon. Click more for additional information.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 8:57PM AKST until December 30 at 5:00AM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Visibility as low as one half mile at times. Total snow accumulations up to 2 inches. North winds gusting 35 to 50 mph. * WHERE...Seward. * WHEN...Until 5 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expect periods of light snow through late tonight or very early Tuesday morning. While the snow intensity will be light, the snow will be light and fluffy and easily blown around. Winds will diminish through the overnight hours.
About
The Kenai Fjords National Park Cabins consist of two remote, rustic cabins accessible only by boat or float plane from Seward. Holgate Cabin sits on a small bluff above a cobble beach on the northeastern shore of Holgate Arm, offering spectacular front-porch views of Holgate Glacier and the sounds of calving ice. Aialik Bay Cabin is located on a five-acre lease at the upper end of Aialik Bay, across from Aialik Glacier in the heart of the park's coastal backcountry. Both cabins are approximately 16' x 20' and feature wooden bunk beds, work counters, tables with chairs, propane heaters with propane provided, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors. The cabins have no electricity or running water. Fresh water is not always accessible and must be treated when available. Composting toilet structures require disposable toilet kits that must be packed out. There is no cell phone coverage in the area. The cabins provide ideal base camps for kayaking, boating, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Black bears, seabirds, sea otters, mountain goats, and marine mammals are commonly seen. Berry picking is excellent in the surrounding spruce forests. Campfires are permitted only on the beach below the high tide line. Reservations are limited to three nights per group per cabin per calendar year.
Directions
Accessible only by float plane or boat from Seward. No road access. Holgate Cabin is a two-hour boat ride or 30-minute float plane flight. Water taxi services are available from Seward.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| sarah_bondareff@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 422-0500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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