Grant Lake Yurts: Community Access
Winter at "The Nellie"
A Self-Supported Winter Backcountry Experience
Winter at Grant Lake offers a quiet, remote experience for those comfortable traveling in Alaska’s winter conditions. This is a fully self-supported stay with no guide, no maintained access, and no guaranteed conditions.
Depending on weather and snowpack, access may involve snowshoes, cross-country skis, snow machine, or travel on foot. After a day outside, warm up beside the wood stove in a four-season, Alaska-built yurt overlooking the frozen lake.
This experience is best suited for guests with prior winter backcountry travel experience who are prepared for changing conditions and responsible decision-making.
About "The Nellie"
Named after Alaska Nellie, a well-known pioneer of the region, this yurt offers a simple and comfortable base in a rugged setting. Nellie was known for welcoming travelers into a challenging landscape, and we hope your time here carries a bit of that same spirit.
The yurt sleeps up to 5 guests and includes one double bunk and three twin bunks.
Pricing & Availability
Rates vary based on season and conditions.
Click below for current openings and pricing.
Note: Winter availability isn’t typically posted until mid to late December once Trail Lake has frozen.
Location & Access
The yurt sits on the shore of Grant Lake, just over 2 miles from Moose Pass.
Winter access requires crossing Trail Lake when frozen. You are responsible for assessing ice safety before crossing. Conditions vary throughout the season, and ice is never guaranteed.
The railroad bridge may not be used for access. This is a remote, unmaintained route; plan accordingly.
What's at Camp
- Comfy expedition style camp mattress for each bunk
- Woodstove to heat the yurt (Split firewood may not be provided)
- Wood splitting axe & bow saw
- Bear box for storing food & other scented items
- Gray water treatment system near camp kitchen to discard water from cooking and dishwashing
- Open air outhouse (Possibly the best view in camp!)
- Small kettle
What to Bring
- Sleeping bag
- Backpacker stove & fuel for cooking
- Personal plate, mug & utensils
- Water or water filter
- Headlamp
- Firewood for campfire if desired (Check for fire bans!)
- Extra lighter or matches
- Extra roll of toilet paper
Why This Exists
Grant Lake Yurts are part of a broader effort to share access to a special place while maintaining a strong sense of care for the land and the experience.
This is not a typical rental; it’s a privately managed space made available on a limited basis. Guests are expected to be self-sufficient, make good decisions in changing conditions, and leave the camp ready for whoever comes next.
Our hope is simple: that your time here deepens your connection to this place, and that you help preserve that experience for others.