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The NSAA Wetzel Cabin is open to all current NSAA members to rent. Please verify your current membership or renew today at www.anchoragenordicski.com.

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The NSAA Hope Cabin is no longer available for rental beginning July 1st, 2023.

Please reach out to info@anchoragenordicski.com with any questions.

Wetzel Cabin Rental – NSAA Members Only

The Wetzel Cabin is a unique, off-the-grid backcountry cabin available exclusively for rental by NSAA members. This dry cabin offers a rustic experience similar to a public use cabin. 

Located in the Nancy Lake State Recreation Area in Willow, Alaska—just 75 miles (approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes) north of Anchorage—the cabin is nestled in a serene, natural setting ideal for year-round outdoor exploration.

Key Features:

• 438 square feet of living space
• Dry/off-grid cabin
• Lake-access only (accessible by canoe/boat, skis, or on foot depending on the season)
• Available to rent 365 days a year

What to bring:

• Keyless entry (email will be sent prior to scheduled stay)

• Driving directions (email will be sent prior to scheduled stay)

• Water/Food

• 1lb propane canisters

• Sleeping bags

• Sleeping pads or sheets to cover existing pads

• Toilet paper

• Fire starter

• Firewood

• Garbage bags

• Paper towels

• Bug deterrents

This cabin was generously donated to NSAA by generous lifetime members and dedicated volunteers, Gordon & Linda Wetzel.