Arctic Valley’s public use cabin at the top of Chair 2 is an awesome place to spend a night! With views of Anchorage and Cook Inlet, and the solitude of being miles from the city, it’s an experience like no other.
The cabin sleeps 4 people on 2 queen-sized, padded plywood bunks. The large deck on the front side is a great place to relax and enjoy the view. For blustery days, there’s a counter inside with seating, electric lights, and adjustable electric heat. Electrical outlets are provided for charging devices, and AT&T cell service is generally good. An incinerator toilet is provided.
There is no running water or trash service in the cabin. Pack out what you pack in, and bring your own water. Please leave the cabin tidy for the next guests. Campfires are not allowed at Arctic Valley. Pets are allowed in the cabin.
Check in is
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- Lift rides are available Wednesday through Sunday
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- Lift ride is up only – everyone will need to walk down
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- Check in by 3:45 at the Rendezvous Cafe. Everyone must be on the lift by 4:15 or the ride will be cancelled with 50% refund.
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- Cancellation allowed 24 hours in advance for a full refund, inside 24 hours is a 50% refund
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- If cancelled by Arctic Valley for any reason, the lift ride only will be fully refunded.
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- We can pack coolers, backpacks, etc. on extra chairs. Loose shopping bags and individual items are more difficult to accommodate.
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- Reserve by checking the ‘chairlift ride’ option during the booking process. If you’ve already booked, you can purchase it here.
Note: As of 8/30/23, the electric cook top has been replaced and is working!
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- 2-burner electric cook top & microwave
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- Incinerator toilet
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- Adjustable electric heaters
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- 2 queen-sized padded plywood bunks (sleeps 4)
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- Electrical outlets
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- Electric lights
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- Huge deck & amazing views!
- Water
- Sleeping bags
- Food
- Dishes/pots/cooking utensils
- Trash bags
- Toilet paper
Update 10/29/23: The Chair 2 Public Use Cabin is open for summer 2024 reservations!
Once made, your reservation is not refundable and date changes are not allowed. If you can’t make your reservation, please pass it along to a friend. Beware in the fall – winter and snow sometimes comes early to Arctic Valley! It’s not uncommon to have snow at the top of the mountain at the end of September. Please note that the military occasionally does live fire exercises on Arctic Valley Road that delay traffic. You can find the schedule here (under the Arctic Valley Road tab).
The cabin is available for rent from May 2nd to mid-October. Check in time is 4pm, and check out is 12pm. You will be emailed a code to access the cabin. Please email info@arcticvalley.org if you haven’t received it 24 hours prior to check in.
The cabin costs $125 per night for public and Anchorage Ski Club/Arctic Valley basic members; $100 for current year Anchorage Ski Club/Arctic Valley regular, Black Diamond, or life members. To access the member rate, enter coupon code Ch2Member during checkout. If you’re not certain of your membership status, email us at info@arcticvalley.org. You can purchase a membership here.
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