Refuge Public Use Cabin

Upper Ohmer Lake Cabin

Description

A 16' x 18' foot rustic log cabin built in the summer of 2004. Accessible for mobility impaired users.

Facilities

Maximum occupancy: 4

Two bunk beds, table with benches, wood stove, splitting maul, crosscut saw, broom, shovel, water bucket, fire extinguisher, boat with oars, an established campfire ring, and an outhouse.

NOT included: running water, electricity, mattress or bedding, cooking utensils, lifejackets, or cut firewood.

Access

By vehicle and then a short walk. The trail is a gravel surface and accessible for mobility impaired users.

Location

The trailhead to the cabin is located on the Skilak Lake Road, mile 7.5 from the east entrance junction with the Sterling Highway. The cabin is located .2 miles from the road on the Upper Ohmer Lake Trail. Refer to USGS map Kenai B-1. GPS: Latitude 60o27.366, Longitude 150 o17.675. NAD 83 or WGS 84, Degree, Decimal, Minutes.

Terrain/Vegetation

Cabin is in a fairly flat area, overlooking the lake. Surrounded by scattered trees, shrubs, grasses, and wildflowers. The Hidden Creek wild fire burned 5000 acres across the lake in 1996. Cabin elevation is approximately 500 feet.

Reservations

Occupancy of Refuge cabins is by permit only ($45 per night per party). How to reserve this cabin

Recreation Opportunities

This cabin allows for an excellent family outing with a short .2 mile walk from the parking lot to the cabin. Wildlife in the area includes moose, and black and brown bears. The cabin is located in the Skilak Wildlife Recreation Area in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. This area is closed to hunting and trapping except that small game may be taken from October 1 through March 1 by bow and arrow only. Review Alaska Department of Fish and Game hunting and fishing regulations. Fishing is popular for Rainbow Trout and Dolly Varden trout.

Special Considerations

Skilak Lake Road receives minimal maintenance in the winter so check driving conditions before leaving. Bringing a personal cooking stove is recommended. Carry in potable water or boil surface water 5 minutes before drinking. Users must provide a U. S. Coast Guard approved flotation device for each passenger aboard the boat, and use boats at their own risk. Remember to pack out your trash. Contact the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge office at (907) 262-7021 for more detailed information.

Last updated: December 2, 2011