Central, Alaska · Yukon-Koyukuk County · Facility
North Fork Shelter Cabin is located approximately 10 trail miles from the Twelvemile Summit Trailhead on the Pinnell Mountain National Recreation Trail on the back side of a hill. This small cabin is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is primarily intended as an emergency shelter. The cabin includes a wa…
North Fork Shelter Cabin is located approximately 10 trail miles from the Twelvemile Summit Trailhead on the Pinnell Mountain National Recreation Trail on the back side of a hill. This small cabin is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is primarily intended as an emergency shelter. The cabin includes a water catchment system for collecting rain and melting snow; water should be treated before cooking or drinking.
From the Twelvemile Summit Trailhead at milepost 86 on the Steese Highway, follow the Pinnell Mountain Trail to the trail shelter.
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