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Site Details
Site Reserve TypeSite-Specific
Site AccessORV-In
Checkin Time12:00 PM
Checkout Time12:00 PM
Type of UseOvernight
Minimum Number of People1
Maximum Number of People5
Pets AllowedY
Maximum Number of Vehicles3
Driveway SurfaceGravel
Driveway EntryParallel
Maximum Vehicle Length45
Waterfront300
Grills/Fire RingY
Looking For CategoryCabin and Lodging
Picnic TableY
Equipment Length35
Heating Supply SourceBring Your Own
Primary Heat SourceWood
Proximity to Restrooms50
Waterfront SettingStream
Site
The best access to the Mastodon Cabin in the winter is the South Fork Trail that is frequented by both snowmachines and non-motorized users. If you choose to use the Mastodon Trail, expect deep, unbroken snow and challenging backcountry conditions.
The South Fork Winter Trail with access to Mastodon and Nugget Public Use Cabins has a river crossing immediately at the 31.4 mile CHSR Trailhead that requires significant cold weather to freeze sufficiently for crossing. Check ice conditions before reserving. Check condition report at https://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/asp/curevnts.htm
Help us keep our cabins looking good. Refrain from graffiti of any kind, including writing your initials on any surface of this public use cabin. This constitutes vandalism of a park resource, punishable by a fine of $320 per 11 AAC 12.240.
GPS Coordinates: N 65° 01.50' W146° 24.79' (NAD83)
Sleeps 5 (maximum 5) with a maximum stay of 5 nights per month. Winter access: by snowmachine, dog team, skis, or snowshoe. The trailhead is located at 50.5 mile Chena Hot Springs Road. Two trails take you to the cabin. The most direct route is via Angel Creek Trail. This winter only route is 6.7 miles long and follows the valley floor. The other route is the year-round Angel Creek Hillside Trail that climbs out of the valley and follows the hillside for 11 miles before descending to the cabin. Summer access: Note: The new re-route (Angel Creek Hillside Trail) providing summer access to the Upper and Lower Angel Creek cabins is closed each spring during break-up from early April through late May. For more information and trail openings contact the Northern Area office at 451-2698. Hikers may use the lowlands, however the trail is extremely wet and not advised. The water supply is seasonally available from snow and/or creek. The cabin measures 12'X 16'. Four single plywood platform bunks can sleep four adults. The cabin is supplied with a wood stove, table, seats, broom, ax, saw, and shovel. All other camping equipment and supplies must be provided by the user.
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