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Recreation Region: Eastern Kenai Peninsula

East Creek Cabin

A 12 x 14-foot rustic cabin in the Resurrection Creek valley surrounded by spruce/birch forest with views of nearby mountains.

This cabin sleeps 6, and has a table, wood stove, splitting maul, crosscut saw, and outhouse.

Not included: running water, electricity, mattresses or bedding, cooking utensils, or cut firewood.

Current Conditions
This cabin is in the Resurrection Pass/West Resurrection Pass and alternates between motorized and non-motorized use annually, from December 1 through April 30, dependent on snow conditions.

Reservations

Make Reservations Here

Visit recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777 (overseas: 518-885-3639) to check availability and make a reservation. Cabin reservations can be made up to 180 days in advance. Cabin check-in and check-out time is 12 p.m. 

General Information

Winter travel is relatively safe, but trail is difficult to follow from East Creek to Resurrection Pass during/after heavy snowfall. 

Inclement weather may cause an unexpected extension of the trip. Bringing extra supplies (2-5 days) and a cooking stove is recommended. Boil surface water for 5 minutes before drinking. Remember to pack out your trash. You can contact a U.S. Forest Service office to receive more detailed information on safety precautions.

The East Creek Cabin is available for reservations year-round. 

Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round. Check-in/Check-out time is 12pm.

A permit is required to hunt at the East Creek Cabin. Review the Alaska Department of Fish & Game's hunting and fishing regulations.

Resurrection Pass Trail is closed to motorized vehicles from May 1- November 30. 

Resurrection Pass Trail is closed to pack/saddle stock from April1- June 30.

Per night prices range from $50-75 depending on the season. Cabin fees are based on non-peak/peak season/day. Seasons vary by cabin. A non-refundable service fee will be added to each reservation by Recreation.gov

Contact Name: Seward Ranger District Office

Contact Phone: (907) 288-3178

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 60.70343

Longitude: -149.7523

Directions

East Creek Cabin is located on the Resurrection Pass Trail and is 14.5 miles from the north trailhead. This cabin can be accessed by hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, skiing, or snowmobiling (during open seasons).

Travel Considerations

The last mile of road is not plowed in winter.

Parking

Parking is available at the trailheads.

Facility and Amenity Information

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Hunting Info

Wildlife includes moose, black and brown bears, Dall sheep, mountain goats, caribou, and wolves. Hunting for these species is available during designated seasons. 

Fishing in this area is unexceptional. 

Last updated April 15, 2025