Nancy Lake Cabin #1

The feel

This is a log cabin that overlooks Nancy Lake in Nancy Lake State Recreation Area. It was replaced in 2015 with a new, larger cabin measuring 16' x 20', and it sleeps up to 6 on 2 double bunks and a storage loft.

A wood stove heats the cabin, and outside there is a picnic table and a fire ring with lake access.

What to expect

Layout and setting

A 16' x 20' log cabin overlooking Nancy Lake, with 2 double bunks, a storage loft, a wood stove, an outside picnic table and an outside fire ring.

Check-in and stay

Check-in and check-out are at 12:00pm. Stay limit is 5 nights, for 1 to 6 guests.

Parking and rig size

Park at the Nancy Lake Canoe Trailhead lot at Mile 1.6 Nancy Lake Parkway, or at the Public-Use Cabin Trailhead at Mile 1.8.

Fees and reservations

Reserve at reservealaskastateparks.com/park/24/83, up to 90 days out. The fee amount is on the dnr.alaska.gov fee page.

Dogs

Allowed. Keep pets under control at all times and clean up pet waste.

Hazards

ATVs are prohibited.

Season and access

Year-round. In summer you hike, boat or fly in by float plane; in winter you ski or snowmachine. From the canoe trailhead it is a 1/4-mile paddle by canoe, ski or snowmobile; from the cabin trailhead it is a 1/2-mile trail, following the signs.

Mingo says

Pick your season by how you want to arrive. Summer means a boat, a hike or a float plane, and winter means skis or a snowmachine once openings are announced.

Before you go

• Bring a jug of water and your own firewood for the wood stove, plus a saw or axe.
• Pack a sleeping bag and pad, food, cookware, a cooking stove and fuel, a flashlight and a lantern.
• Bring a 9-volt battery for the smoke detectors.
• Print your confirmation email from dnr.parksres@alaska.gov and bring it to the cabin.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.