This free hike-in shelter sits on BLM land in Alaska's interior, requiring campers to walk in rather than drive to their site. The Bureau of Land Management maintains the facility on open terrain, providing basic shelter for backpackers and hikers exploring the area's trail system.
The location places visitors in remote country where Summit Trail lies just over a quarter-mile northwest. Campers should come prepared for backcountry conditions and pack out all waste, as no services are available on-site. The shelter works well for experienced backpackers comfortable with primitive camping and those using the area as a base for longer trail adventures.
Description
The Summit Trail Shelter, constructed in 2003, is a 10'x10' log cabin with 1 bunk bed and a table. The cabin is approximately 8 miles from the Wickersham Dome Trailhead adjacent to the Summit Trail and is generally intended for summer use. The small cabin offers emergency shelter during inclement weather, and is on a first come first serve basis. No fees are charged for its use. Unlike the other White Mountains cabins, it has no woodstove. The Summit trail is open to non-motorized use only. ACTIVITIES Hiking Picnicking Winter Sports Wildlife Viewing Fire Lookouts/cabins Overnight
Location
Public CampgroundSummit Trail Shelter is located in Alaska
Directions
To access the summit Trail Shelter, drive north of Fairbanks, Alaska on the Elliott to the Wickersham Dome Trailhead, Milepost 28 Elliott Hwy. Follow the Summit Trail for 1.5 miles, turn left at the intersection of the Ski Loop Trail to stay on the Summit Trail. The trail northeast for approximately 6.5 miles. The cabin is directly adjacent to the trail on the left (north) side.
Coordinates
65.26999963 N
147.96000082 W
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Cabins
Features
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 25 min from Fairbanks, AK
