About Peterson Lake Cabin
Number of accommodations: 1
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Hiking
Skiing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
J03, Loop: AREA PETERSON LAKE CABIN
Site Details
Reviews (72)
What Guests Are Saying
The Peterson Lake Cabin offers a beautiful and peaceful winter getaway, with a cozy atmosphere enhanced by effective propane heating. While the last part of the trail can be challenging, guests appreciate the cabin's cleanliness and amenities, including a well-maintained log book. Overall, visitors enjoy their experience and the stunning views, making the trek worthwhile.
What Guests Are Saying
The Peterson Lake Cabin offers a beautiful and peaceful winter getaway, with a cozy atmosphere enhanced by effective propane heating. While the last part of the trail can be challenging, guests appreciate the cabin's cleanliness and amenities, including a well-maintained log book. Overall, visitors enjoy their experience and the stunning views, making the trek worthwhile.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Location Peterson Lake Cabin
Address:
Juneau Ranger District, 8510 Mendenhall Loop Road
Juneau, AK, 99801
United States
Peterson Lake Cabin is accessible via Glacier Highway, specifically from Mile Marker 23.5, which is approximately 15 miles southeast of the cabin.
Latitude & Longitude: 58.4369 / -134.734
Elevation: 220 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- Be aware of safety regarding bears, water, and weather conditions before reserving.
- Stay aware of your surroundings and be prepared for possible extended stays due to weather.
- Guests must pack out all trash and food when leaving.
Utilities
- Guests need to bring their own water supply or treat water from natural sources, as no water is available at the cabin.
Site types & loops
- Commercial operators, including outfitters and guides, are not permitted to use the cabin.
Amenities
- The cabin serves as a warming shelter open to the public.
Fires & fuel
- Guests are encouraged to collect down or dead wood for use in the fire ring or wood stove.
- To prevent pests, buy firewood near your location and burn it on-site.
General
- Click here for more information about Tongass National Forest
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
