Chelle Lake Cabin
This backcountry cabin is located on the shore of Chelle Lake and is accessible by air taxi.
Plan Around Chelle Lake Cabin
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Chelle Lake Cabin Details
This backcountry cabin is located on the shore of Chelle Lake and is accessible by air taxi. No reservations are required are the cabin, though the surrounding area is land owned by the Ahtna Native Corporation so any excursions from the area around the cabin can only be done by permit. Call the Ahtna reservations at (907) 822-3476 before your trip to facilitate explorations in the area. The Chelle Lake Cabin has four twin-sized wooden bunks, a wood stove, a kitchen area, a table and bench, and a pit toilet. Important information about all park cabins: These cabins are all rustic backcountry cabins. Most are old mining, trapping, or hunting cabins that are located on public land and have come under the protection of the NPS. There is no running water, plumbing, or potable water on premises. There is a pit toilet outhouse at each cabin and each cabin has basic furnishings including wooden bunks, tables/chairs, and wood burning stoves. Each cabin is free to use (except Esker Stream Cabin) and most are first-come, first-served, though it is recommended to bring camping gear in case the cabin is already occupied on arrival. Maximum use for each cabin is seven days in a thirty day period. Consider bringing firewood since dead or downed wood is not always available, as well as dishes, supplies, toilet paper, and bedding. Visitors must pack out all garbage and leftover food.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Chelle Lake Cabin
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Ahtna Heritage Foundation
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Copper Visitor Center
This is the park's main visitor center.
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Copper Center
The Copper Center area encompasses the western region of the park and the Copper River Valley.
