Upper Paradise Lake Cabin
Open — Open for reservations year-round with availability through Recreation.gov. Floatplane access is extremely difficult in winter when the lake freezes.
Special Weather Statement issued January 18 at 6:05AM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
The Chugach NF Avalanche Information Center in Girdwood has issued a SPECIAL AVALANCHE STATEMENT for the following areas: South Fork Eagle River, Chugach State Park, Girdwood, Portage, Turnagain Pass, Moose Pass, Summit Lake, and Seward from 6 am Saturday, Jan 17 to 6 am Tuesday, Jan 20. * WHAT...Very dangerous avalanche conditions exist in the backcountry. Avalanche danger is HIGH at and above treeline. * WHERE...For the Western Chugach and Kenai Mountains in and around Anchorage, Girdwood, Portage, Turnagain Pass, Summit Lake, Moose Pass, Lost Lake, and Seward. * WHEN...In effect through 6:00 am Tuesday, Jan 20th. * IMPACTS...Very large human-triggered avalanches are likely. Despite quiet weather, the snowpack remains very unstable. People can easily trigger very large avalanches. It is likely avalanches may be triggered remotely from flat terrain below steeper slopes. * PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If deciding to recreate in the backcountry, choose terrain that is flat or less than 30 degrees in steepness, with nothing steeper above you. Travel is avalanche terrain is not recommended. Similar avalanche danger may exist at locations outside the coverage area of this or any avalanche center. For more information visit www.ChugachAvalanche.org.
Regional Order No. 10-01 - Marijuana - Simple Possession
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on the Tongass and Chugach National Forests: Possessing, storing or transporting parts of a cannabis plant, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part of such plant; including and not limited to proc
Regional Order No. 10-00-00-04-01 - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol
TONGASS and CHUGACH NATIONAL FORESTS Regional Office Juneau, Alaska Order No. 10-00-00-04-01REGIONAL ORDEROccupancy and Use
Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 7700-96-1 7730EFFECTIVE 5/17/96 Page 10 of 117731.14 - EXHIBIT 01ORDER NO. R-10-96-01FOREST DEVELOPMENT ROADS AND TRAILSALASKA REGION
10-04-00-24-05 - Developed Recreation Sites, Public Use Cabins Prohibitions
Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the Chugach National Forest:Cutting any standing tree within 150 feet of a Public Use Cabin, Developed Recreation Site or Administrative Use Site.
10-04-00-17-09 Winter Motorized Vehicle Use
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on certain lands administered by the Forest Service within the Chugach National Forest:
10-04-04-12-08 Copper River Delta Winter Motor Vehicle Closure
The use of snowmachines (snowmobiles and all motorized over snow vehicles, including off highway vehicles) and the landing of, or the dropping or picking up of any materials, supplies, or persons by means of, helicopters that are utilized for t winter recreational activities is prohibited in the
10-04-00-05-01 - Winter Motor Vehicle Closure Prince William Sound
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a), the following acts are prohibited on the Chugach National Forest:Certain motor vehicle use except for subsistence uses from December 1 through April 30 of each year:
10-04-00-04-03 - Motor Vehicle Closure Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Acquired Lands
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a) the operation of motor vehicles is prohibited in the following areas:
About
Upper Paradise Lake Cabin is an extremely remote and secluded rustic cabin in the Chugach National Forest on the Kenai Peninsula. The 12x14-foot log cabin is located on the western shore of Upper Paradise Lake at approximately 1,340 feet elevation, nestled in a forest of alder and willow trees with spectacular views of glacier-covered mountains. Accessible only by floatplane (15 minutes from Moose Pass or 25 minutes from Seward), the cabin provides bunk space for six people with a maximum occupancy of eight. It is equipped with a wood stove for heat, table, benches, counter space, splitting maul, and crosscut saw. An outhouse is provided, and a rowboat with oars is available for fishing. The cabin does not include running water, electricity, mattresses, bedding, cooking utensils, or cut firewood. Life jackets are not provided. The cabin offers excellent grayling fishing on the small adjacent lake. While there are no maintained trails in the area, good day hikes lead to views of the majestic Wolverine Glacier high in the Kenai Mountains. Hunting is popular during designated seasons for moose, black and brown bears, sheep, and mountain goats. Wild berries are ripe for picking in late summer to fall. The extreme seclusion necessitates being prepared to handle any emergency situation, and visitors should bring extra supplies to last 2-5 days in case inclement weather causes trip extensions. Access is extremely difficult in winter when the lake freezes.
Directions
Accessible only by floatplane: 15-minute flight from Moose Pass or 25-minute flight from Seward. No trail access.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 288-3178 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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