Crow Pass Cabin

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CROW PASS CABIN
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CROW PASS CABIN

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About Crow Pass Cabin

Crow Pass Cabin is located about 500 yards off the Crow Pass Trail, which follows part of the former supply route for the Iditarod Trail. The trail is popular destination for its historic sites, stunning scenery and wildlife watching opportunities. The cabin is an ideal stop for visitors hiking the entire length of the trail, which takes an estimated two to three days, or for visitors interested in a good base camp for mountain climbing or backcountry skiing in the area. The site is only available for rent from June through October due to elevated avalanche danger during the winter and spring months. Please note, hazardous avalanche conditions may exist in this area as early as October and well into June some years. Getting there requires a 3-mile hike from the Crow Pass Trailhead off Crow Creek Road with an elevation gain of 2,080 feet. The trail may have snow October through mid-June. There is a small stream crossings to navigate just before the Cabin. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities including sleeping pads, sleeping bags, cook stove, toilet paper, pots and utensils as well as some form of water purification. More information on avalanche hazards in this area can be found at the Chugach NF Avalanche Center website (www.CNFAIC.org ). If accessing this cabin in late fall or early summer, please be prepared for winter conditions and/ or potential avalanche hazards affecting the route in along the Crow Pass Trail.

Number of accommodations: 1

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G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

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Site Details

Up to 6 guests
Surface: Gravel
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Reviews (27)

What Guests Are Saying

The Crow Pass Cabin offers a unique and enjoyable experience, with many guests appreciating its great condition and the effectiveness of the stove. While deep snow and weather conditions can pose challenges, such as inaccessible trails and outhouses, visitors still find the hiking experience beautiful and rewarding. Overall, guests express a desire to return, hoping for better weather and improved access next time.

Review Summary

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Janice H

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October 5, 2023 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Fabulous trip! Gorgeous pass and great little cabin with epic views.

Janice H

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October 5, 2023 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Fabulous trip! Gorgeous pass and great little cabin with epic views.

Ari S

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October 27, 2023 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Spectacular !

Ari S

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October 27, 2023 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Spectacular !

Katie K

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November 6, 2023 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

By far my favorite Alaska experience!

Katie K

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November 6, 2023 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

By far my favorite Alaska experience!

Collin R

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August 5, 2024 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

We were so glad to have booked this cabin as it was windy and pouring rain outside the whole night. Regardless of how warm you think it’s going to be I would recommend bringing a gallon of diesel—it just makes it cozier (the fuel tank for the stove specifically says diesel only but it sounds like others have used kerosene as well). The loft easily fit all four of us, and the cabin itself was roomier than expected. Raven Glacier was spectacular, definitely check that out while you’re up there.

Collin R

Verified

August 5, 2024 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

We were so glad to have booked this cabin as it was windy and pouring rain outside the whole night. Regardless of how warm you think it’s going to be I would recommend bringing a gallon of diesel—it just makes it cozier (the fuel tank for the stove specifically says diesel only but it sounds like others have used kerosene as well). The loft easily fit all four of us, and the cabin itself was roomier than expected. Raven Glacier was spectacular, definitely check that out while you’re up there.

Trenton T

Verified

June 13, 2025 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

The cabin was in great condition! The outhouse was inaccessible due to 5 feet of dense wet snow so plan accordingly. The stove works very well. We used about 3 gallons of kerosene for the two nights we were there. There was still a decent amount of snow on the hike up the pass, including a couple of recent avalanches. We took the lower trail and had little issue other than some post holing. We were glad to have brought snowshoes so we could explore around the cabin more freely. Overall it was worth the trek!

Trenton T

Verified

June 13, 2025 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

The cabin was in great condition! The outhouse was inaccessible due to 5 feet of dense wet snow so plan accordingly. The stove works very well. We used about 3 gallons of kerosene for the two nights we were there. There was still a decent amount of snow on the hike up the pass, including a couple of recent avalanches. We took the lower trail and had little issue other than some post holing. We were glad to have brought snowshoes so we could explore around the cabin more freely. Overall it was worth the trek!

Location Crow Pass Cabin

Address:
145 Forest Station Rd. P.O. Box 129
Girdwood, AK, 99587
United States

Highway access

The cabin is accessible via AK-1 S/Seward Highway, located approximately 35 miles north of the cabin near Anchorage. From there, the route continues onto Alyeska Highway leading to Crow Creek Road, which provides access to the trailhead.

Elevation: 1074 feet

Distance to downtown

8 mi drive to downtown Girdwood (about 25 min)

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Last updated: September 7, 2026

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