The proposed site would consist of an ABA-compliant cabin and deck with a gravel trail leading to an outhouse. The entire cabin site footprint cabin, out buildings, and developed outdoor space, would encompass roughly half (0.5) an acre.
Location
From Anchorage, go about 48 miles south on Seward Highway to the Portage Glacier Road cutoff. Drive 5.2 miles, toward the Begich, Boggs Visitor Center.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/16/2023
2
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Developed Site Management |
| Freestone Cabin | Decision Signed Date: 05/02/2025 |
| Forests | Chugach National Forest |
| Districts | Glacier Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |