Description

8' x 10'

Facilities

Contains a woodstove, 2 standard twin- size wooden bunks, fire extinguisher, informational bulletin board, and pit toilet.

Capacity

2

Area

Wrangell Mountains

Location

This cabin is situated 18 miles east of McCarthy, about 1/2 mile south of the Chitistone River.

Access

Plane

Special Features

It offers excellent opportunities for hiking up Glacier Creek, the Chitistone River, or Toby Creek.

Managing Agency

Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve

What To Bring

Head nets are strongly encouraged during June, July, and August. You are responsible for providing your own supplies, such as: food, bedding, maps, compass, matches, and warm clothing.

Rowboat

No

Stove

Wood

More Info

Water is available from Glacier Creek or the Chitistone River but must be treated and allowed to settle. Obtain firewood from dead and downed wood.

USGS Topo Map

McCarthy (B- 4)

Rental Fee

None. Use is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Getting There

Coordinates
Latitude: 61.455
Longitude: -142.375
Driving Directions

Glacier Creek Cabin & Airstrip