Upper Russian Lake Cabin

Upper Russian Lake Cabin is a rustic trapper-style log cabin on Upper Russian Lake. It was recently refurbished to keep the old fashioned charm of the 1950s, when it was originally built. The cabin can be accessed by hiking, biking, skiing, horseback, snowmobile and floatplane. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. Visitors enjoy boating and fishing for Dolly Varden and rainbow trout on Upper Russian Lake. A rowboat with oars is provided at the cabin; fishing equipment is not, and state permits are required to fish or hunt. In season, visitors hunt for moose, black and brown bears and wolves in the surrounding forest. Hiking, mountain biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling (during open seasons only) are also popular in the area, including hiking on the Russian Lakes Trail. 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, and an outhouse is provided. Firewood can be cut in the area using the splitting maul and hand saw supplied at the cabin. Visitors will need to bring their own water for drinking, cooking and cleaning; water taken from streams and lakes must be treated or boiled prior to consumption. Bring bedding and sleeping pads, flashlights, cooking gear, food, clothing and cooking utensils as well. All garbage and food must be packed out. The cabin is located south of the Sterling Highway, set back from the north shore of Upper Russian Lake. It is surrounded by an open grove of giant cottonwood trees with views of the lake and mountains beyond.