Description
A rustic log cabin with counter space, a table, benches and a wood stove for heat. Sleeps eight, with bunks for six. Other features include splitting maul and saw, outhouse—and a rowboat equipped with oars for exploring the lake.
Facilities
There is no potable water available. All water taken from the lake should be treated or boiled before using.
Capacity
Up to 8 people
Area
Swan Lake
Location
The cabin is located north of Sterling Highway, set back from the eastern tip of Swan Lake.
Access
Access is by float plane or hiking. From Resurrection Pass Trail South Trailhead, hike 12.8 miles to the cabin or take a floatplane (30 minutes from Moose Pass, 15 minutes from Cooper Landing).
To arrange floatplane transportation from Moose Pass, contact Scenic Mountain Air.
Terrain
The cabin is surrounded by a spruce and birch forest with views of the lake and nearby mountains.
Special Features
You can enjoy boating and fishing for rainbow trout, lake trout, Dolly Varden and sockeye salmon in Swan Lake. Berry picking is a fun activity mid-July through mid-September when the native berries ripen. In season, you can hunt for moose, black and brown bears, Dall sheep, mountain goats, caribou and wolves in the surrounding forest.
Seasons of Use
Year-round
Managing Agency
Chugach National Forest
What to Bring
Bring sleeping bags and pads, a cook stove, cooking gear and food.
Row Boat
Yes
Stove
Wood
USGS Topo Map
Seward C8
