Stay in a Public Use Cabin

Details

Duration

1-3 Days

Activity

Camping

In summer, there are opportunities to explore Aialik Bay and its tidewater glaciers, Aialik and Holgate by boat or kayak. In winter, snow activities abound, including skiing, snowmachining, fat biking, and more. 

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

Yes

Coastal public use cabins are $75 per night. Winter public use cabin is $50 per night. 

Location

Seward, AK

Summer cabins are located in Aialik Bay, accessible by water taxi, charter boat, private vessel, or float plane. Winter cabin is near Exit Glacier, accessible by cross-country skis, bicycle, snowshoes, dogsled, and snowmobile.

Reservations

Yes

Reservations for coastal cabins must be made through Recreation.gov. Reservations for winter cabins must be made through the park's Administrative Offices. 

Season

Winter, Summer

Coastal cabins are available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Winter cabin is available from mid-November to mid-April, depending on weather and road conditions. 

Time of Day

Any Time

Relax and enjoy the view from the Holgate Public Use Cabin.

NPS Photo / K. Miller

Sleep in the wilderness

Consider staying in one of the park's three public use cabins. These cabins provide a great opportunity to stay overnight in Kenai Fjords. You can experience the solitude and enjoyment of your park, no matter the season, while still enjoying a roof over your head.

Stay warm this winter in the Willow Cabin.

NPS Photo / M. Dalpes

Ranger Recommendations

Cabins are available for summer or winter recreation. These cabins are not accessible by automobile, so some planning is involved to begin your adventure. Most trips will start from Seward, Alaska.

• Two coastal public use cabins are available on the Kenai Fjords coast during the summer months (generally Memorial Day to Labor Day).

• The Willow public use cabin may be reserved during the winter (November 15 to April 15).