Snag Lake Cabin

Description

A 16' x 18' foot rustic log cabin built in the summer of 2004.

Facilities

Maximum occupancy: 6

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

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

Access

Access to the cabin is by float plane, ski plane and snowmobile.

Location

The cabin is located on the east shore of Snag Lake on a prominent peninsula. Access to the lake is by float plane, ski plane and Snowmobile. Refer to USGS map Kenai D-2. GPS: Latitude 60o49.109, Longitude 150 o40.963. NAD 83 or WGS 84, Degree, Decimal, Minutes.

Terrain/Vegetation

The cabin is on the north side of a forested peninsula in the central part of Snag Lake. It is north facing overlooking the lake surrounded by mature spruce and birch trees. Cabin elevation is approximately 225 feet.

Reservations

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

Recreation Opportunities

This cabin offers seclusion and fair fishing for Rainbow Trout. The boat provided at the cabin provides the anglers enhanced opportunities to catch rainbow trout. Wildlife includes moose, black and brown bears and wolves. Hunting is allowed for these species in designated seasons. In the winter there is cross-county skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Contact the Kenai Refuge for snowmobiling regulations in this area. Review Alaska Department of Fish and Game hunting and fishing regulations.

Special Considerations

The seclusion of this cabin necessitates being prepared to handle any emergency situation. Inclement weather may cause an unexpected extension of the trip. 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.