White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins
Two Rivers, Alaska · Yukon-Koyukuk County · Campground
Overview Located just an hour's drive from Fairbanks, Alaska, the one-million-acre White Mountains National Recreation Area offers stunning scenery, peaceful solitude and outstanding opportunities for year-round recreation including hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, skiing, wildlife and scenic viewing. There are 13 be…
About White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins
Overview Located just an hour's drive from Fairbanks, Alaska, the one-million-acre White Mountains National Recreation Area offers stunning scenery, peaceful solitude and outstanding opportunities for year-round recreation including hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, skiing, wildlife and scenic viewing. There are 13 beautiful log cabins throughout the White Mountains offering many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Be sure to carry your cabin permit at all times while in the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Also located in the White Mountains National Recreation Area are two trail shelters that are available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Recreation Winter visitors travel by ski, snowshoe, dog team, fat bike and snowmobile to enjoy the 12 public-use cabins and 250 miles of maintained trails that make the White Mountains one of Interior Alaska's premier winter destinations. The cabins must be reserved up to 30 days in advance. There are two trail shelters that are on a first come-first served basis, are free of charge and not reservable. In Summer, visitors to the White Mountains pan for gold, fish, hike and camp under Alaska's midnight sun. The Nome Creek Road provides access to two campgrounds, trails, a gold-panning area and a departure point for float trips on Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River. Learn more about current trail conditions or call the Fairbanks District Office at (907) 474-2200. For a winter trails condition report, go to the Trail Update Facilities The White Mountains National Recreation Area offers 250 miles of maintained winter trails and 13 public recreation cabins and two trail shelters surrounded by jagged limestone mountains and cliffs, high mountain passes, and broad, rounded valleys. Whether you choose to explore by ski, snowshoe, snowmobile, or dog team, you'll find crisp, clean air, dazzling views, and if you're lucky, shimmering northern lights against a star-studded sky. Many of the trails used for winter travel ma
Photos
A snowmobile riders crosses a big meadow with mountains in the distance. — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaRocky outcrops protrude from snow-covered mountains — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaA frozen river and mountains under a blue sky — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaA man snowshoes from a log cabin — Bureau of Land Management/Bob WickA man works on his skis next to parked bicycles at a log cabin. — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaTwo snowmobilers wait next to an information kiosk. — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaA log cabin sits on a ridge surrounded by mountains — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaA man stands next to two snowmobiles in front of a rocky ridge. — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaA snowmobiler rides past a log cabin — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaA man enjoys a view of a distant mountain. — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaNorthern lights over a mountain ridge — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaaAn open pool in a frozen river in snow-covered mountains — Bureau of Land Management/Craig McCaa
How to Get There
Traveling north from Fairbanks, take the Steese Highway on through Fox. There is a trailhead at Milepost 42 and 57 of the Steese Highway to access some of the cabins. Traveling north on the Elliott Highway from Fox, there are two trailheads at Milepost 28 and 57 of the Elliott Highway to access the White Mountains from the west side. For further information contact BLM district office.
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Hand warmers
Cold mornings — chemical warmers fit in gloves or pockets.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins
Heading to White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins?
No central reservation system listed for White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/252494) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins?
Traveling north from Fairbanks, take the Steese Highway on through Fox. There is a trailhead at Milepost 42 and 57 of the Steese Highway to access some of the cabins. Traveling north on the Elliott Highway from Fox, there are two trailheads at Milepost 28 and 57 of the Elliott Highway to access the White Mountains from the west side. For further information contact BLM district office.
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