Ptarmigan Creek Trail Shelter

BLM Bureau of Land Management · Fairbanks, AK · Dispersed

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Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published road access, season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Seasonal Snow Area
Style Boondocking

Campground Stats

Total Sites0

Location

65.50291667, -145.6293611 · Eastern Interior Field Office , Fairbanks , AK 99709

Description

Ptarmigan Creek Shelter Cabin is located approximately 10 trail miles (6.2 km) from Eagle Summit on the Pinnell Mountain National Recreation Trail in a saddle just below Pinnell Mountain. This small cabin is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is primarily intended as an emergency shelter. The cabin includes a water catchment system for collecting rain and melting snow; water should be treated before cooking or drinking.

Directions

From the Eagle Summit Trailhead at milepost 107 on the Steese Highway, follow the Pinnell Mountain Trail for 10 miles to the trail shelter.

Activities

FIRE LOOKOUTS/CABINS OVERNIGHT

Details

FeeN/A
Phone907 474-2200
Email[email protected]

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