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Recreation Region: Eastern Kenai Peninsula

Crescent Lake Cabin

A 12 x 14-foot rustic cabin at the northwest end of Crescent Lake. The surrounding area is close to tree line affording views of nearby mountains.

This cabin sleeps 6 and has a table, wood stove, splitting maul, crosscut saw, outhouse, and rowboat with oars.

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

Current Conditions
Extreme snow avalanche danger on Crescent Creek Trail in winter and early spring. For winter access to the cabin use the Carter Lake Trail and traverse across on the frozen Crescent Lake, except during extreme avalanche hazard, use caution. High winds may sweep across the lake causing danger for small boats. Bring life vests, the Forest Service does not provide them.

Reservations

Make Reservations Here

Visit rec.gov to check availability and make a reservation. Cabin check-in and check-out time is 12 p.m. 

General Information

Inclement weather may cause an unexpected extension of the trip. Bringing extra supplies (2-5 days) and a personal cooking stove is highly recommended. Boil surface water for 5 minutes before drinking. Remember to pack out your trash. Enjoy, but do not disturb the archaeological and/or historical sites in the vicinity. You can contact a U.S. Forest Service office for more detailed information.

Crescent Lake Cabin is available for reserving year-round. 

Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round. Check-in/Check-out time is 12pm.

Wildlife hunting in the area includes moose, black and brown bears, and Dall sheep during the appropriate seasons. A permit is required. Visit the Alaska Department of Fish & Game's website for more information and permit purchasing. 

Crescent Creek Trail is closed to motorized vehicles from May 1 - November 30. Crescent Creek Trail is closed to pack/saddle stock from April 1 - June 30.  

Per night prices range from $50-75 depending on season. Cabin fees are based on non-peak/peak season. Seasons vary by cabin. A non-refundable service fee will be added to each reservation by Recreation.gov

Contact Name: Seward Ranger District Office

Contact Phone: (907) 288-3178

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 60.4766497

Longitude: -149.5741566

Directions

Crescent Lake Cabin is at the end of Crescent Creek Trail (6.5 miles). Recommended winter access is via Carter Lake Trail and the frozen surface of Crescent Lake. This cabin can be accessed by hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, skiing, snowmobiling, and float plane.

Parking

Parking is available at the trailheads.

Facility and Amenity Information

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.

Crescent Creek Trail is closed to horses from April 1-June 30.

Recreation Opportunities

Fishing - River/Stream Info

Grayling can be found in Crescent Creek. Season opens July 1. Visit the Alaska Department of Fish & Game's website for regulations. 

Hunting Info

Wildlife hunting in the area includes moose, black and brown bears, and Dall sheep during the appropriate seasons.

Last updated March 19th, 2025