Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You are responsible for bringing all your own food. We recommend packing food in a backpack (or similar) for easy transportation from the airstrip to the hut. Food can be hauled in a cooler if necessary, but it is more challenging.

Yes. The hut has solar panels, a large battery, and a backup generator that is automated and rarely runs during the summer months.

Yes, there is a full kitchen with a small refrigerator, four-burner stove, oven, sink, counter space, and kitchen table.

Yes, there is running water; however, there is no flushing toilet. The outhouse is located about 65 feet from the hut. A honey-bucket is available in the hut shower for nighttime use (pee only).

Yes, the kitchen sink and shower have hot water from the tap. Tap water is non-potable. A kettle and coffee maker are available for use with potable water.

All drinking water is flown in by aircraft, and carried up the hill prior to your stay. It is available from a dispenser on the kitchen counter. Tap water comes from snow, ice, and rain collection, with a visible holding tank (in the loft) to monitor supply.

In-floor heat is sure to keep your toes warm any time of year, a woodstove is available for experienced users. And a propane heater is hung on the wall as emergency backup.

The sauna is heated with a wood stove.

All firewood is flown in, making it a limited luxury. Guests receive a reasonable ration of wood, and there is more under the porch if it’s needed during their stay.

Guests typically fly in a Cessna 185, though a helicopter may be used depending on weather and scheduling.

No. Lodging is paid once your reservation has been confirmed; flights can be paid with your lodging invoice or paid upon arrival at the hangar (cash or check only).

Flight costs are $499 per person, round trip.

$499 per person, round trip. It is a stunningly beautiful flight.

It’s about 15 minutes to fly from the air strip to the hut.

Guests normally fly two at a time when flying in the Cessna 185 (plane) or in the helicopter. Occasionally we can fit 3 passengers at a time, but it’s rare. We make multiple trips as mandated by weather conditions and loading.

For summer stays, unless otherwise noted:

Please meet us at Meekin’s Air Service at 1:45PM on the first day of your stay.

For winter stays, unless otherwise noted:

Please meet us at Sheep Mountain Lodge at 1:45PM on the first day of your stay.

Once at your check-in location we’ll review hut info, collect any outstanding flight fees, and fly out.

A helicopter drop-off can be arranged, landing within 200 feet of the hut for an additional cost.

Rarely, but it is possible. Morning fog usually burns off by 11AM. Clouds or wind may occasionally delay flights, but extra nights will not be charged if flying with Blue Ice Aviation or Sheep Mountain Air.

If weather delays us from flying out to the hut, guests are responsible for finding alternate lodging options. Lodging fees are covered by the guest; however, you will not be charged for the unused night at the Glacier Hut.

If you are flying with our flight services coordinated through us and weather prevents you from leaving the hut on your scheduled departure day, extra nights will not be charged.

A two-night minimum is required for summer guests. Single-night stays will be charged at the two-night rate.

A three-night minimum is required for winter guests.

- More than 90 days in advance: $150 cancellation fee, with the rest refunded.

- Less than 90 days in advance: No refund. Trip insurance is recommended.

Possibly. Availability permitting, additional nights may be booked. Additional nights are available at $500 per night.

By booking the hut, you automatically reserve a flight with Blue Ice Aviation Inc. unless otherwise specified.

Yes, but we recommend that the pilot contacts Blue Ice Aviation first. If weather prevents your arrival or departure and you are flying independently, extra nights and/or unused nights might be charged.

Yes, I am happy to see guests do this if you are comfortable with mountain flying.

Yes. Beyond four guests, an additional $500 per person, per night is required. A maximum of six (6) guests can stay at the hut.

Reserve your dates first. If bringing more than four (4) people, note it in the comments, and we’ll finalize the headcount closer to your trip date. Visiting guests staying overnight must notify Blue Ice Aviation and pay applicable fees accordingly.

We aim to be punctual, but flexibility is required due to Alaska’s dynamic conditions. Be prepared to fly at your given time, and we will communicate any changes.

Potentially! If you’re interested in extending your stay once you’re at the hut, don’t hesitate to contact us. If availability permits we may be able to accommodate an extended stay for an additional $500 per night.

There are not many waterways near the hut, so fishing would be challenging. If your intent is to hunt from the hut, please contact us prior to making a reservation.