About Peterson Lake Cabin
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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (25)
What Guests Are Saying
Peterson Lake Cabin offers a great winter getaway, with a cozy atmosphere and well-maintained facilities. Despite some challenges with trail conditions, particularly in the last two miles, guests appreciated the beautiful views and the cabin's cleanliness. The propane heater effectively warmed the space, enhancing the overall experience for visitors.
What Guests Are Saying
Peterson Lake Cabin offers a great winter getaway, with a cozy atmosphere and well-maintained facilities. Despite some challenges with trail conditions, particularly in the last two miles, guests appreciated the beautiful views and the cabin's cleanliness. The propane heater effectively warmed the space, enhancing the overall experience for visitors.
Review Summary
Stephen S
VerifiedMarch 27, 2021 • Stayed at: J03, Loop: AREA PETERSON LAKE CABIN
Snow covered trail. Be sure to bring snowshoes. We had 6 inches of new snow in the morning. Super fun hike and beautiful location.
Meredith T
VerifiedNovember 2, 2020 • Stayed at: J03, Loop: AREA PETERSON LAKE CABIN
The first part of the trail is super even and mellow given some recent trail work (thanks FS!). The latter part is very rooty and could be quite muddy in warmer conditions. We rented it on Oct 25 2020 and it was one of the season's first snows! The lake mostly froze and the walk out was beautiful. This is a very nice cabin, nice dock with boat in good condition, outhouse is fine. We had a great time and wished we could stay longer.
Stephanie H
VerifiedOctober 8, 2020 • Stayed at: J03, Loop: AREA PETERSON LAKE CABIN
The cabin was in good shape and clean, and the heat worked well! We enjoyed having a rowboat to use, and liked finding the historical records about the Peterson family.
We rowed across the lake and found a cabin and other remains of old mining claims.
We were disappointed to see that former users, in spite of clearly posted instructions, had left perishable food and unlabeled bottles of “mystery liquids” in the cupboards, along with many other items they carried in but chose not to carry out.
Peterson Lake is a beautiful spot and we enjoyed our stay. The trail in needs some work, and there were only a couple of small child’s life jackets available for boat users.
Molly Z
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: J03, Loop: AREA PETERSON LAKE CABIN
We appreciated the spare flotation devices in all sizes for using the row boat. Thanks!
Anonymous
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Location Peterson Lake Cabin
Address:
Juneau Ranger District, 8510 Mendenhall Loop Road
Juneau, AK, 99801
United States
Peterson Lake Cabin is located 15 miles northwest of Juneau, Alaska. Year-round access is by 4.5-mile trail from Mile Marker 23.5 on Glacier Highway. Cabin can be accessed by float plane depending on conditions.
A marked skiing trail connects John Muir Cabin to Peterson Lake Cabin in the winter. A GPS or map and compass are recommended.
Latitude & Longitude: 58.4369 / -134.734
Elevation: 220 feet
Policies & Rules
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This facility is located in an extremely remote and wild area; before making a reservation, become aware of bear, water, and weather safety (including cold) |
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Recreating in Alaska can present both obvious and hidden dangers; please be aware of your surroundings and be prepared for extended stays due to occasionally poor weather |
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Water is not available at the cabin; guests must bring their own water supply or treat water from natural sources |
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Please pack out all trash and food |
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Use of this cabin by a commercial operator, such as an outfitter or guide, is not allowed |
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Cabin is open to the public as a warming shelter from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
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Please collect down/dead wood for use in fire ring or wood stove |
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Click here for more information about Tongass National Forest |
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by purchasing firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
