Gates of the Arctic Caribou Cabin
Immerse yourself in Alaskan experiences by combining a stay at Iniakuk Lake Wilderness Lodge with a visit to one of our privately owned wilderness cabins in the Gates of the Arctic National Park. A 50-minute flight brings you 100 miles (160km) north of Iniakuk Lodge to Nature’s Crossroads- the Continental Divide. See the Western Arctic Caribou Herd migrating through the blazing fall colors in August and watch the Northern Lights dance overhead from the warmth of your bed. This vacation destination is for adventurous, independent travelers who want to experience Alaska’s wilderness knowing a warm cabin and a hot meal are at the end of each day’s hiking.
The Caribou Cabin is a three-room ranch house built out of imported cedar logs with a panoramic view of the Alatna Valley. It accommodates two per room with a separate cookhouse, bathhouse and privy out back. A wood stove and thermostat-controlled heating system warms cool August nights. This is the only destination of its kind in Alaska combining the incredible vastness of open tundra, migrating caribou, wolves, grizzly bear, moose, musk ox and the comfort of a crackling wood stove and delicious meals. Situated far above timberline, even firewood must make a 100-mile (160km) journey.
A day’s hiking starts with a big breakfast, hot coffee and fresh, homemade bread. No freeze-dried food at this table. Dinners and desserts are selected by Iniakuk Lake Wilderness Lodge and customized to accompany each trip. We provide for every fitness level and adjust all services to individual needs. While it is possible to make a day’s hike of 8-10 miles (12-16km), the openness of the tundra region allows for incredible wildlife viewing right off the front porch.
The Gates of the Arctic Caribou Cabin is also available as a fly-out day trip from Iniakuk Lake Lodge.
Gates of the Arctic Caribou Cabin
Immerse yourself in Alaskan experiences by combining a stay at Iniakuk Lake Wilderness Lodge with a visit to one of our privately owned wilderness cabins in the Gates of the Arctic National Park. A 50-minute flight brings you 100 miles (160km) north of Iniakuk Lodge to Nature’s Crossroads- the Continental Divide. See the Western Arctic Caribou Herd migrating through the blazing fall colors in August and watch the Northern Lights dance overhead from the warmth of your bed. This vacation destination is for adventurous, independent travelers who want to experience Alaska’s wilderness knowing a warm cabin and a hot meal are at the end of each day’s hiking.
The Caribou Cabin is a three-room ranch house built out of imported cedar logs with a panoramic view of the Alatna Valley. It accommodates two per room with a separate cookhouse, bathhouse and privy out back. A wood stove and thermostat-controlled heating system warms cool August nights. This is the only destination of its kind in Alaska combining the incredible vastness of open tundra, migrating caribou, wolves, grizzly bear, moose, musk ox and the comfort of a crackling wood stove and delicious meals. Situated far above timberline, even firewood must make a 100-mile (160km) journey.
A day’s hiking starts with a big breakfast, hot coffee and fresh, homemade bread. No freeze-dried food at this table. Dinners and desserts are selected by Iniakuk Lake Wilderness Lodge and customized to accompany each trip. We provide for every fitness level and adjust all services to individual needs. While it is possible to make a day’s hike of 8-10 miles (12-16km), the openness of the tundra region allows for incredible wildlife viewing right off the front porch.
The Gates of the Arctic Caribou Cabin is also available as a fly-out day trip from Iniakuk Lake Lodge.
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Situated at the north end of a lake five miles long and a mile wide, Iniakuk Lake Wilderness Lodge is overlooked by 4,000 foot peaks which mark the onset of the southern Brooks Range and provide a stunning backdrop to our secluded location. The beautiful sand and gravel beaches along Iniakuk Lake are perfect for an early morning stroll or shore lunch later in the day. We have a small fleet of canoes for exploring the local coves and inlets, or pick out a scenic ridge and spend the day hiking.
