Begin your adventure here

Perfectly located 45 minutes from the adorable little town of Talkeetna, between Denali National Park and the Mat-Su Valley, Gate Creek Cabins is the ideal base camp for winter snowmachine riding or summertime relaxation and hiking. Treat your family to the warmth and comfort of one of our six handcrafted vacation cabins with views of North America’s tallest mountain, Mt. McKinley. Your on-site management team is ready to welcome you with Alaska warmth and hospitality.

Our Location

  • Our on-site management team, Susie and Rod, will greet you when you arrive
  • Gate Creek Cabins is in the Petersville Foothills, Alaska’s most popular snowmachine area
  • We are 125 miles from Anchorage, and just 10.5 miles off the Parks Highway down Petersville road. Milepost 114 Parks Highway
  • We are 123 miles from the entrance of Denali National Park, and 258 miles south of Fairbanks
  • The community of cabins is surrounded by woods and overlook two stocked trout lakes, which are perfect for canoeing and fishing

Summer Stays

  • A great place to stay on your way to Denali National Park or Talkeetna
  • Enjoy quiet and privacy, without crowds or tour buses
  • More affordable than big hotels at Denali National Park
  • The perfect setting for an outdoor wedding or family gathering
  • Fishing, canoeing, wildlife viewing, and gold panning
  • Bring mountain bikes and enjoy trail riding
  • On-site manager

Winter Fun

  • Snowmachining for the entire family 
  • Easy access to groomed trails, free-riding, and deep powder backcountry riding
  • Premium fuel available during winter months
  • Off-property machine rentals available from AK Toy Rentals 
  • Family-friendly weekend campfires for all to enjoy
  • On-site manager
  • Read about Gate Creek Cabins in SNO-TRAVELER Magazine.
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Begin your adventure here

Perfectly located 30 minutes from the adorable little town of Talkeetna between Denali National Park and the state’s largest city, Gate Creek Cabins is the ideal base camp for winter snowmachine excitement or summertime relaxation. Treat your family to the warmth and comfort of one of our eight, hand crafted vacation cabins with stunning views of North America’s biggest mountain.

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View Our Cabins

Custom-crafted log cabins:

  • Each lodge is unique
  • From 1 to 4 bedrooms
  • Private bathroom & kitchen
  • Completely furnished
Petersville, AK Weather Forecast
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We were so sad to leave. Our cabin was perfect! And there was so much wildlife around!
Sara Davy, Toronto, Canada

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