Trail River Cabin

About

Trail River Cabin is a relatively new addition to the Chugach National Forest cabin system, offering a family-friendly getaway with easier access than remote backcountry cabins. The two-story log cabin sits on the edge of Kenai Lake, surrounded by hemlock, cottonwood, Sitka spruce, and aspen forests with stunning views of the Kenai Mountains. The cabin accommodates up to 8 people with bunk space for seven. It includes counter space, a table, benches, and a wood stove for heat. A splitting maul and hand saw are provided. A vault toilet is located 400 feet away in the campground loop. The cabin features a wheelchair-accessible ramp to the entrance. Visitors must bring their own sleeping bags and pads, cook stove, cooking gear, and food, as there is no electricity, mattresses, bedding, cooking utensils, or cut firewood provided. The location offers excellent fishing opportunities for Dolly Varden, rainbow trout, and lake trout in Kenai Lake and the nearby Trail River. Within a one-mile radius are five trails including Falls Creek Trail, Crown Point Mine Road, Ptarmigan Creek Trail, and Vagt Lake Trail, all providing access to the Iditarod National Historic Trail. The area is home to both brown bears and black bears. During winter when the campground is closed, the campground roads are groomed for freestyle and Nordic skiing, providing scenic access to the cabin.

Directions

From Anchorage, drive south on Seward Highway approximately 100 miles. At milepost 24.2, turn west onto Trail River Road and follow for 2 miles to the campground. Turn right to the Eagle Point Loop. The cabin is located near site 90. Look for cabin-only parking and do not park in campsite spaces. In winter, park outside the campground gate and ski approximately 1.2 miles to the cabin.