Summit 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

Campground Stats

Total Sites

Location

65.27236874, -147.96857956 · 222 University Ave , Fairbanks , AK 99709

Description

The Summit Trail Shelter offers visitors a rustic shelter, beautiful scenery and an escape from the elements. The shelter was primarily designed for use by hikers and other non-motorized users in the summer months; however, it can be accessed in the winter by snowshoe or cross-country skiing. The shelter is primitive with no running water, no electricity and no cell coverage. There is no woodstove in the shelter though it is insulated and provides an escape from inclement weather. The Summit Trail Shelter is not accessible to motorized use in the summer or winter.

The Summit Trail Shelter is available for use on a first come-first served basis. It is not available for reservation and is free of charge.

Directions

From the Wickersham Dome Trailhead at milepost 28 on the Elliott Highway, follow the Summit Trail for 8 miles to the Summit Trail Shelter.

Activities

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING HIKING SNOWSHOEING

Details

Fee

No fee

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