Dan Moller Cabin
The site is open year-round and can be accessed by hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing or skiing. The trail in to the cabin is 3-miles with an 1,800-foot elevation gain. Access by snowmobile is allowed only when snow is at least a foot deep. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety and must bring several of their own amenities.
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Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|
| J05 | Partial | 8 / – | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Only one change per reservation for all Alaska cabins is allowed. Change is defined as a modification to the start or end date of the reservation; after one change has been made, if additional changes are desired, the customer must cancel the current reservation and re-book the new dates. |
This 16-by-20 cedar cabin sleeps seven and comes equipped with a double and single bunk on the first floor and a sleeping loft that accommodates an additional four people. Other amenities include a table with benches, broom and dustpan, propane furnace, wood stove, snow shovel and an outhouse. Propane is provided for the furnace. A covered deck extends from the front of the cabin and an additional deck extends from the second floor and overlooks the valley. Water, firewood and electricity are not provided. Water is available from a nearby stream uphill from the cabin, but visitors should be sure to treat water before drinking or cooking with it ( water safety tips ). It is recommended that visitors bring their own water supply. Cooking facilities are not available. Visitors should pack sleeping bags, sleeping pads, a cooking stove, lanterns or flashlights, cookware, plates, utensils, food, toilet paper, garbage bags, a fire extinguisher and fire starter. Visitors are expected to pack out trash, empty the cabinets and clean the cabin before leaving.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Located 3.5 miles southwest of Juneau on Douglas Island. Access is by a 3-mile trail on Pioneer Street off Cordova Street in West Juneau or at a trailhead at the end of Jackson Road. The cabin is also accessible by helicopter.
| Nearest town | Juneau, Alaska |
| Coordinates | 58.2636° N, 134.4578° W · Directions ↗ |
Explore
Worth a stop
- 13.9 miLena Beach Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miDan Moller Trail3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.1 miDan Moller Sno-Trail3.2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.7 miTreadwell Ditch Sno-Trail0.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.8 miBlueberry Hills Sno-Trail0.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.8 miTreadwell Ditch Trail ↗10 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.8 miBlueberry Hills Trail0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.2 miDan Moller Trailhead ↗Tongass National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Mayflower SchoolBuilding · Douglas · 2.5 mi
- Alaska Governor's MansionBuilding · Juneau · 3.1 mi
- Frances HouseBuilding · Juneau · 3.1 mi
Natural features
The cabin sits at an elevation of 1,800 feet, surrounded by the scenic alpine landscape of central Douglas Island. It is located near the headwaters of Kowee Creek. Views from the front of the cabin reveal snow-capped peaks and evergreen trees. The access trail to the cabin follows Kowee Creek and features meadows that bloom with summer wildflowers. Wildlife in the area includes black bear, grouse, deer and wolves ( bear safety information ).
Recreation
The Dan Moller trail is partially planked and passes through muskeg. Trail planks are slippery when wet or frosty. There is a high avalanche danger in winter and early spring. The trail continues past the cabin and into the mountains overlooking Juneau and Admiralty Island.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Dan Moller Cabin?
Sites at Dan Moller Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Dan Moller Cabin?
Only one change per reservation for all Alaska cabins is allowed. Change is defined as a modification to the start or end date of the reservation; after one change has been made, if additional changes are desired, the customer must cancel the current reservation and re-book the new dates.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Dan Moller Cabin?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Dan Moller Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Dan Moller Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Dan Moller Cabin?
The Dan Moller trail is partially planked and passes through muskeg. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Dan Moller Cabin?
Juneau, Alaska.
Source: Getting there
What if Dan Moller Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Mendenhall Campground (11 mi), Auk Village Campground (12 mi), and Kook Lake Cabin (46 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby