Site Pipe Creek Cabin, Loop Kenai National Wildlife Refuge
Kenai National Wildlife Refuge | Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Cabins
Type: CABIN NONELECTRIC
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Site Details
- Capacity/Size Rating: Single
- Max Num of People: 2
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Condition Rating: Good
- Min Num of People: 1
- Proximity to Water: Lakefront
- Site Access: Boat-In
- Campfire Allowed: Yes
- Checkout Time: 12:00 PM
- Shade: Full
- Bed Type: Bunk
- Checkin Time: 12:00 PM
- Num of Beds: 2
- Num of Rooms: 1
Need to Know
- Pipe Creek Cabin is a historic 12' x 15' log cabin built around the turn of the century as a hunting and trapping cabin. Located on the north shore of Tustumena Lake, this cabin offers seclusion, hunting, sightseeing, and wildlife viewing. In the winter there is cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmachining. The cabin contains one bunk bed, a table with benches, countertop for food preparation, wood stove, splitting maul, crosscut saw, broom, shovel, fire extinguisher, an established campfire ring, and an outhouse. Access to this cabin is by boat from the Kasilof River Landing, float or ski plane, cross-country skiing, and snowmachine. Contact Refuge Headquarters (907-262-7021) for snowmachine regulations. Refer to USGS map Kenai A-3. GPS coordinates: Latitude: 60.193508, Longitude: -150.752581.
- The seclusion of this cabin necessitates being prepared to handle any emergency situation. Inclement weather may cause an unexpected extension of your trip. Tustumena Lake is a large, glacial lake with recurring high wave situations. Users must provide a U. S. Coast Guard-approved flotation device for each passenger transported on boats. The shore is exposed to southwesterly winds; large waves could swamp boats not pulled out on the beach. During high water it is possible to take a boat a short distance up Pipe Creek to safe moorage. Ice conditions depend on prevailing temperatures and are subject to change. Due to Tustumena Lake's size, thick ice forms late in the winter season and may reopen during warmer winter temperatures. Be familiar with ADF&G and Refuge specific hunting and fishing regulations. Bringing a personal cooking stove is recommended. Carry in potable water or boil surface water 5 minutes before drinking. Pack out your trash.
