Site McLain Lake Cabin, Loop Kenai National Wildlife Refuge
Kenai National Wildlife Refuge | Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Cabins
Type: CABIN NONELECTRIC
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Site Details
- Num of Beds: 4
- Shade: Full
- Bed Type: Bunk
- Capacity/Size Rating: Single
- Checkout Time: 12:00 PM
- Max Num of People: 4
- Min Num of People: 1
- Num of Rooms: 1
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Proximity to Water: Lakefront
- Campfire Allowed: Yes
- Checkin Time: 12:00 PM
- Condition Rating: Good
Need to Know
McLain Lake Cabin is a 16' x 18' rustic log cabin located at the southeast end of McLain Lake. Built in the summer of 2004, McLain Lake offers seclusion and good fishing for rainbow trout. Fishing is also possible nearby in the Swanson River in season. This cabin contains two bunk beds, a table with benches, countertop for food preparation, wood stove, splitting maul, crosscut saw, broom, shovel, water bucket, fire extinguisher, rowboat with oars and personal flotation devices, established campfire ring, picnic table, and an outhouse. The use of chainsaws for firewood collection of dead and down trees is permitted. Access to the cabin is by float plane, ski plane, and snowmachine. Contact Refuge Headquarters (907-262-7021) for snowmachine regulations. The Swanson River National Recreational Canoe Trail passes east of the cabin and McLain Lake is accessible by a short hike from the river to the cabin. Area wildlife includes moose, black and brown bears, wolves, small game, and waterfowl. Hunting is allowed for these species in designated seasons. In the winter there is cross-county skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. Refer to USGS map Kenai D-2. GPS coordinates: Latitude: 60.858631, Longitude: -150.56925 degrees.
- The seclusion of this cabin necessitates being prepared to handle any emergency situation. Inclement weather may cause an unexpected extension of your trip. Be familiar with ADF&G and Refuge specific hunting and fishing regulations. Use of the Refuge-provided boat is at your own risk. Users must provide a U.S. Coast Guard approved flotation device for each passenger transported on boats. Bringing a personal cooking stove is recommended. Carry in potable water or boil surface water 5 minutes before drinking. Pack out your trash.
