Vogel Lake Cabin

Description

A large one story rustic log cabin built in the early 1940's as a hunting and fishing cabin.

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

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

Location

The cabin is located at the south end of Vogel Lake in the Dave Spencer Wilderness Area. Refer to USGS map Kenai D-2. GPS: Latitude 60o59.316, Longitude 150 o26.076. NAD 83 or WGS 84, Degree, Decimal, Minutes.

Terrain/Vegetation

Cabin is in a fairly flat area, overlooking the lake surrounded by spruce and birch trees. Cabin elevation is approximately 110 feet.

Reservations

Occupancy of Refuge cabins is by permit only ($35 per night per party).

Recreation Opportunities

This cabin offers seclusion and good fishing. The boat provided at the cabin gives anglers excellent 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 and snowmobiling. Contact the Kenai National Wildlife 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. Enjoy, but help protect this historical building. Contact the Kenai Refuge office at (907) 262-7021 for more detailed information.