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

Activities & Attractions

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Hiking

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Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking

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Skiing

Skiing

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2026 (Current year)

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Water Access

  • Lake Access
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G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

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Site Details

Up to 6 guests
Surface: Gravel
Pet Friendly
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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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Mary M

Verified

December 17, 2019 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Steep climb for the kids (ages 6, 9, 11) was WELL WORTH the effort to get up above the treeline and enjoy the alpine terrain. Mountain goats traveled through the camp, passing right outside the cabin as they traveled from one mountain to the next. Definitely recommend spending at least two nights so that you have a whole day to do nothing but play.

Mary M

Verified

December 17, 2019 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Steep climb for the kids (ages 6, 9, 11) was WELL WORTH the effort to get up above the treeline and enjoy the alpine terrain. Mountain goats traveled through the camp, passing right outside the cabin as they traveled from one mountain to the next. Definitely recommend spending at least two nights so that you have a whole day to do nothing but play.

Mylise B

Verified

January 1, 2020 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Great cabin and extremely easy to get to. It’s a very popular trail so expect people passing by and even peaking inside but worth it. Nice view, close water and the ability to drop gear and go explore more hiking/skiing depending on time of year.

Mylise B

Verified

January 1, 2020 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Great cabin and extremely easy to get to. It’s a very popular trail so expect people passing by and even peaking inside but worth it. Nice view, close water and the ability to drop gear and go explore more hiking/skiing depending on time of year.

Cody R

Verified

June 25, 2021 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Cabin exceeded expectations all around. The stove seemed to still have a leak, so we didn't try to use it, but it was warm enough without.

Saw a huge goat both days right out the window.

Cody R

Verified

June 25, 2021 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

5

Cabin exceeded expectations all around. The stove seemed to still have a leak, so we didn't try to use it, but it was warm enough without.

Saw a huge goat both days right out the window.

Brian S

Verified

July 16, 2021 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

4

Highlight of the trip was seeing a group of mountain goats nursing babies. Glad we had the cabin to stay warm in. It was cold. Cabin isn't well insulated, but it gets you out of the wind. Wished we had brought 3 gallons of kerosene for our 2 night stay. It was in the mid 30s while we we're there. My only real complaint was other people coming up to the cabin and looking inside while we were there. We had no way of marking the cabin as occupied. Went to the park rangers afterwards, and let them know. There is supposed to be something like a sign apparently, so I guess it went missing. I wish the pre-trip instructions had said something about how to light the heater. We didn't bring paper to light it. Had to use small pieces from the guest book. I also assumed the outhouse would've had toilet paper but it didn't. We will stay here again, but we'll pack differently.

Brian S

Verified

July 16, 2021 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

4

Highlight of the trip was seeing a group of mountain goats nursing babies. Glad we had the cabin to stay warm in. It was cold. Cabin isn't well insulated, but it gets you out of the wind. Wished we had brought 3 gallons of kerosene for our 2 night stay. It was in the mid 30s while we we're there. My only real complaint was other people coming up to the cabin and looking inside while we were there. We had no way of marking the cabin as occupied. Went to the park rangers afterwards, and let them know. There is supposed to be something like a sign apparently, so I guess it went missing. I wish the pre-trip instructions had said something about how to light the heater. We didn't bring paper to light it. Had to use small pieces from the guest book. I also assumed the outhouse would've had toilet paper but it didn't. We will stay here again, but we'll pack differently.

Charlene J

Verified

October 5, 2021 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

1

Use caution in shoulder seasons. Winter came early and resulted in unstable snow pack preventing safe travel to reach the cabin.

Charlene J

Verified

October 5, 2021 Stayed at: G01, Loop: AREA CROW PASS CABIN

1

Use caution in shoulder seasons. Winter came early and resulted in unstable snow pack preventing safe travel to reach the cabin.

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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