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SWAN LAKE CABIN SEWARD

federal · SEWARD, AK

Directions
  • dump station10 mi
  • fuel station8.7 mi

SWAN LAKE CABIN SEWARD · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

Overview Swan Lake Cabin is a rustic cabin on beautiful Swan Lake, providing access to fishing, hunting, hiking, and wildlife viewing opportunities. The cabin can be accessed by hiking, biking, skiing, horseback and snowmobile. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. Recreation Visitors enjoy boating and fishing for rainbow trout, lake trout, Dolly Varden and sockeye salmon in Swan Lake. A rowboat with oars is provided at the cabin. Fishing equipment is not provided and permits are required to fish or hunt in the state ( click here for Alaska Department of Fish & Game regulations). Hunting of various wildlife is popular along the trail and in the surrounding area. Learn more about Resurrection Pass Trail North and South and Devils Creek Trail . Facilities The log cabin has bunk space for six and a maximum occupancy of eight people. It is equipped with counter space, a table, benches and a wood stove for heat. A splitting maul and saw are available. An outhouse is also provided. There is no electricity, potable water, mattresses, bedding, cooking utensils or cut firewood at the cabin. Visitors should bring sleeping bags and pads, a cook stove, cooking gear and food. Water taken from the lake should be treated or boiled before consumption. Natural Features The cabin is located north of Sterling Highway, set back from the eastern tip of Swan Lake. It is surrounded by a spruce and birch forest with views of the lake and nearby mountains. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area. Berries ripen mid-July through mid-September. For more information on access and regulations pertaining to this cabin, trail conditions, safety precautions and outdoor safety and ethics , please contact the Seward Ranger District

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Dump station

    10 mi
  • fuel station

    Grizzly Ridge

    8.7 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    10 mi

Contact & access

  • Seward Ranger District, 33599 Ranger Station Spur · SEWARD, AK 99664

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

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