Cabins in Alaska

It’s hard not to romanticize the idea of cozying up in an Alaska cabin, with nothing but the sounds of nature and the Northern Lights to keep you company. While middle-of-nowhere options abound for the most intrepid among us, the so-called Last Frontier state also offers plenty of more developed spots, from private luxury lodges to mid-range cabins in Denali National Park. Budget-conscious travelers may want to look into booking one of the 300-odd public use cabins found on public lands across the state. Many such cabins are primitive, usually offering little more than woodstoves and outhouses, and most don't have electricity or running water. Some can only be accessed by boat or floatplane. Many can be booked up to 180 days in advance through the National Park Service, but quite a few are available to intrepid travelers on a first-come, first-served basis.