Description
9' x 13' and 6' x 9'
Facilities
A wood stove and two bunks in each.
Capacity
2 each
Area
Wrangell Mountains
Location
These cabins are located on the north shore of the Chitina River about 15 miles south of McCarthy at about 1,000' elevation.
Access
Float, or plane
Special Features
There are no developed trails at Jake's Bar, but it is possible to hike both up and down the river.
Season Of Use
All Year
Managing Agency
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve
What To Bring
Headnets are highly recommended during the months of July and August. You are responsible for providing your own supplies, such as: food, bedding, maps, compass, matches, and warm clothing.
Rowboat
No
Stove
Wood
More Info
Obtain firewood from dead and downed wood. River rafters occasionally dock on the nearby shore.
USGS Topo Map
McCarthy (A-6)
Rental Fee
None. Use is on a first-come, first-served basis.