Swan Lake Cabin Seward

Campground · Alaska · 1 bookable site ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Kenai Mountains-Turnagain Arm National Heritage Area (National Heritage Area) · Restricted Access

1
Bookable site
up to 8
People per site
1,404 ft
Elevation
SWAN LAKE CABIN SEWARD
Photo: SWAN LAKE CABIN SEWARD · Recreation.gov

Overview

Swan Lake Cabin is a rustic cabin on beautiful Swan Lake, providing access to fishing, hunting, hiking, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

The cabin can be accessed by hiking, biking, skiing, horseback and snowmobile. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

Visitors enjoy boating and fishing for rainbow trout, lake trout, Dolly Varden and sockeye salmon in Swan Lake. A rowboat with oars is provided at the cabin. Fishing equipment is not provided and permits are required to fish or hunt in the state (click here for Alaska Department of Fish & Game regulations).



Hunting of various wildlife is popular along the trail and in the surrounding area.



Learn more about Resurrection Pass Trail North and South and Devils Creek Trail .

Facilities

The log cabin has bunk space for six and a maximum occupancy of eight people. It is equipped with counter space, a table, benches and a wood stove for heat. A splitting maul and saw are available. An outhouse is also provided.

There is no electricity, potable water, mattresses, bedding, cooking utensils or cut firewood at the cabin. Visitors should bring sleeping bags and pads, a cook stove, cooking gear and food. Water taken from the lake should be treated or boiled before consumption.

Natural Features

The cabin is located north of Sterling Highway, set back from the eastern tip of Swan Lake. It is surrounded by a spruce and birch forest with views of the lake and nearby mountains. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area. Berries ripen mid-July through mid-September.

For more information on access and regulations pertaining to this cabin, trail conditions, safety precautions and outdoor safety and ethics, please contact the Seward Ranger District

The facts

  • 1 bookable site
  • Up to 8 people per site
  • Loops: AREA SWAN LAKE CABIN SEWARD

Site types

  • 1 Cabin Nonelectric

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Swan Lake Cabin Seward

Check-in 12:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
S09AREA SWAN LAKE CABIN SEWARDCabin Nonelectric—Gravel—8

Getting there

From Resurrection Pass Trail South Trailhead at milepost 53.2 on the Sterling Highway, hike 12.8 miles to the cabin or take a floatplane (30 minutes from Moose Pass, 15 minutes from Cooper Landing). Refer to USGS map, Seward C8. Maps are available online or by calling the Seward Ranger District at 907-288-3178.

Winter travelers need to be able to evaluate avalanche and over-ice travel conditions. For more current travel conditions call the district office. The trail is closed to horse/pack stock from April 1 to June 30, and is open to over-snow motorized vehicles from Dec. 1 to April 30 every other winter season, beginning with the winter of 2007-2008. It is closed to motorized vehicles every other winter season beginning with the 2008-2009 winter season.

60.61500, -149.84127 · 60°36'54.0"N 149°50'28.6"W

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Typical weather

Typically 69°F in Jul, down to 24°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F243137485967696757443127
Low °F91414263341474437271712
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1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

Reservations can be made the day of arrival or up to 180 days in advance, for three consecutive days maximum per person from May 15 to Aug. 31. Only one change per reservation for all Alaska cabins is allowed. Change is defined as a modification to the start or end date of the reservation; after one change has been made, if additional changes are desired, the customer must cancel the current reservation and re-book the new dates. If you cancel a cabin reservation within 14 days of your scheduled arrival date, you will be charged the $10 service fee and forfeit the first night's recreation use fee. No-shows, early departures, or cancellations after the scheduled arrival date are not entitled to a refund. Cancellations for single night use for Alaska cabins will not be assessed a service fee.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Common questions about Swan Lake Cabin Seward

Can you reserve a site at Swan Lake Cabin Seward?
Yes, Swan Lake Cabin Seward is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Swan Lake Cabin Seward have?
1 site.

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Swan Lake Cabin Seward also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Swan Lake Cabin Seward's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • Per night prices range from $50-75 (2018 prices) depending on 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

Restrictions:

  • Resurrection Pass Trial is closed to motorized vehicles from May 1- November 30 and will be closed to motorized vehicles during the 2010-11 winter season. Resurrection Pass Trail is closed to pack/saddle stock from April 1- June 30.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Swan Lake Cabin Seward

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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