moderate
Varies by activity, typically half to full day excursions
Guests should have moderate fitness for outdoor hiking or wildlife viewing activities
Venture just outside Anchorage to reconnect with Alaska’s wild side at Toba’s Yurt. This private rental offers a cozy base for up to eight, blending wilderness immersion with comfort in the heart of Alaska’s rugged landscapes.
Sleeps up to 8 | Up to 7 Nights
Located an hour and a half south of Anchorage, Manitoba Cabin is a hike-in/ski-in cabin just 1/2 mile off of the Seward Highway. The main cabin is one floor, originally built in 1936 as a mining cabin, and renovated by the Alaska Huts Association in 2012. The cabin has a wood stove for heat, a standard four-burner stove for cooking, solar powered lights, all kitchenware, as well as books and games. There are two 16' yurts for sleeping, each with 4 single bunks and 2 double bunks. Toba's Yurt has a wood stove for heat, while the Spirit Walker Yurt has a propane heater. We also rent the Hutkeeper's Quarters, a private, propane-heated room with a double bed which provides a sleeping option that is attached to the main cabin. There is also an outhouse, as well as a wood-fired Finnish sauna.
Manitoba is fully outfitted with mattresses on bunks, dishes and utensils in the kitchen, wood for the wood stoves and propane for cooking. All you need to bring is a sleeping bag, food and friends! We have a long tradition of guests who leave Manitoba Cabin and Yurts even better than they found them. Please be sure to collect and pack out all clothing, gear and FOOD (incl. spices, condiments, coffee, tea) before you leave. Edibles attract unwanted visitors!
There is no running water at the cabin, but Canyon Creek runs right by the back door and is a reliable year-round source of water. It should be treated by boiling, filtering or chemical means before drinking. We also do not have any electrical outlets available. We encourage you to use this opportunity to unplug and enjoy the outdoors and your fellow visitors.
There have been break-ins in the past at the Mile 48 pullout. Please be advised not to leave any valuables or spare keys in or on your vehicle. If anything suspicious happens to your car while you are there please let us know so that we can coordinate with the authorities.
Alaska’s weather can shift rapidly; layering is essential even in summer months.
Wildlife is abundant, so carry bear spray and know how to use it while exploring nearby trails.
The yurt is off-grid with no nearby stores, so stock up beforehand in Anchorage.
Help preserve the area’s beauty by packing out all trash and minimizing your environmental footprint.
The Anchorage area has long been home to the Dena'ina people, who have deep cultural ties to the land.
Visitors are encouraged to follow Leave No Trace guidelines to protect the fragile Alaskan ecosystems around the yurt.
To adjust easily to Alaska’s changing weather conditions.
For safety in wildlife country, especially during warmer months.
summer specific
Essential for navigating around the yurt during long Alaskan nights or early mornings.
Useful for muddy or wet conditions on trails near the yurt.
spring specific