Grant Lake Yurts: Community Access
Summer at "The Nellie"
Self-Supported Backcountry Stay
This is a self-supported, unguided backcountry experience. Your group should be comfortable with remote travel, kayaking in cold water, and camping in bear country in Alaska.
“The Nellie” is part of our Grant Lake Yurts: Community Access program, privately managed and made available on a limited basis to guests who value time outside and take responsibility for the places they visit.
About the Nellie
This cozy hideaway is named after Alaska Nellie, a legendary pioneer who once called this rugged wilderness home. Nellie was known for her hospitality in a remote and demanding landscape, and we hope you feel a similar sense of welcome, and a bit of inspiration, during your stay.
The yurt sleeps up to 5 guests and includes one double bunk and three twin bunks.
Pricing & Availability
Rates vary based on season and availability.
Click below to view current openings and pricing.
Note: Summer availability isn’t typically posted until late May with additional openings added throughout the summer months.
Location & Access
The yurt sits on the shore of Grant Lake and is accessed via:
- ~1 mile paddle from Moose Pass
- ~1 mile hike to camp
During your stay, kayaks are available at camp for exploring Grant Lake between check-in and check-out.
Important note: Walking across the railroad bridge is not allowed.
What's at Camp
- River expedition style camp mattress for each bunk
- Kayaks at the yurt for exploring Grant Lake
- Life Jacket with signaling device (Whistle)
- Seats & paddles
- 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!)
- Camp kitchen with area for cooking and washing dishes
- Camp fire ring
What to Bring
- Boat/kayak to get from Moose Pass to trailhead
- Waterproof Footwear / Comfortable Hiking Shoes
- High Quality Rain Gear (Ask us about availability if you need gear)
- Sleeping bag
- Backpacking stove, fuel, lighter/matches & cooking pot
- Personal plate, mug & utensils
- Water filter & refillable water bottle
- Headlamp
- Firewood for campfire if desired (Check for fire bans!)
- Toilet paper (We do our best to keep the TP stocked, but bring a roll as a precaution in case someone used more than their share.)
- Food, friends & sense of adventure!
Why This Exists
This is not a typical rental. It’s an opportunity to spend time in a place that’s been thoughtfully developed and is actively maintained. We share it with the expectation that guests will treat it with respect, follow established practices, and leave it 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.