Can you reserve a site at Upper Paradise Lake Cabin?

Yes, Upper Paradise Lake Cabin is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Upper Paradise Lake Cabin, Alaska — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Upper Paradise Lake Cabin is extremely remote and secluded in the forest of south-central Alaska. The cabin provides access to fishing and hunting, as well as day hikes that warrant spectacular views of glaciers.

The cabin is accessible only by floatplane and access is extremely difficult in the winter when the lake freezes. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

The cabin offers seclusion and good fishing. A rowboat and oars provided at the cabin gives anglers excellent opportunities to catch grayling on the small, adjacent lake. Life jackets are not provided, however.

Hunting is popular during designated seasons. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including moose, black and brown bears, sheep, and mountain goats.

While there are no maintained trails in the area, it is rife with potential for exploration. A good day hike leads to views of the majestic Wolverine Glacier, high in the Kenai Mountains.

Facilities

The log cabin has bunk space for six and a maximum occupancy of eight people. It is equipped with counter space, table, benches and a wood stove for heat. An outhouse is also provided. Firewood is limited in the area. A handsaw and splitting maul are provided at the cabin.

Visitors will need to bring their own water for drinking, cooking and cleaning purposes. Water taken from the lakes or streams should be treated or boiled prior to consumption. Visitors will also need to bring their own bedding and sleeping pads, flashlights, cooking gear, food, clothing and cooking utensils, among other necessities. All garbage and food must be packed out.

Natural Features

The alpine cabin is located east of Seward Highway, on the western shore of Upper Paradise Lake.It sits in a forest of alder and willow trees at an elevation of about 1,340 feet and offers very scenic views. Wild berries are ripe for the picking in late-summer to fall.

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 UPPER PARADISE LAKE CABIN

Site types

1 Cabin Nonelectric

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1 campsite at Upper Paradise Lake Cabin

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

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
S01	AREA UPPER PARADISE LAKE CABIN	Cabin Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	8

Getting there

Access via floatplane only (15 minutes from Moose Pass or 15 minutes from Seward). Travel times may be dependent on seasonal and/or weather conditions. For current travel conditions call the Seward Ranger District at 907-288-3178.

60.36813, -149.01252 · 60°22'5.3"N 149°0'45.1"W

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Typical weather

Typically 64°F in Jul, down to 26°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	26	30	35	44	54	61	64	62	54	41	32	28
Low °F	16	18	19	28	34	42	47	46	39	31	24	20
Precip in	3.6	3.5	2.1	2.1	1.7	2.2	2.5	4.0	7.0	6.4	5.0	5.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11.5 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. 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.

Common questions about Upper Paradise Lake Cabin

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

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Per night prices range from $50-60 (2018 prices) depending on season. Cabin fees are based on non-peak/peak season. Seasons vary by cabin. A non-refundable service fee will be added to each reservation by Recreation.gov

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Upper Paradise Lake Cabin

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Primrose Campground 12.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Trail River Cabin 13 mi · Campground · we watch it
Trail River 13 mi · Campground · we watch it
Crescent Saddle Cabin 17.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Dale Clemens Cabin 18.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Crescent Lake Cabin 20.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop Group Campground 22.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Tern Lake Day Use Area 21.7 mi · Facility
Eastern Kenai Peninsula 22.7 mi · Facility
Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center 22.7 mi · Facility

Contact

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

Upper Paradise Lake Cabin