Summit Trail Shelter

About Summit Trail Shelter

The Summit Trail Shelter offers visitors a rustic shelter, beautiful scenery and an escape from the elements. The shelter was primarily designed for use by hikers and other non-motorized users in the summer months; however, it can be accessed in the winter by snowshoe or cross-country skiing. The shelter is primitive with no running water, no electricity and no cell coverage. There is no woodstove in the shelter though it is insulated and provides an escape from inclement weather. The Summit Trail Shelter is not accessible to motorized use in the summer or winter. The Summit Trail Shelter is available for use on a first come-first served basis. It is not available for reservation and is free of charge.

How to Get There

From the Wickersham Dome Trailhead at milepost 28 on the Elliott Highway, follow the Summit Trail for 8 miles to the Summit Trail Shelter.

Plan Your Visit to Summit Trail Shelter

Heading to Summit Trail Shelter? 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

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• Park map (PDF)
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)