Currant Ridge Cabins in McCarthy, Alaska
- Currant Ridge cabins is a family-owned-and-operated establishment, providing for a warm and home-like setting. According to their website, the owners pride themselves on being both eco-friendly and on being surrounded by points of nature. Their location in McCarthy is private, yet quite a few tourist attractions are nearby.
- Currant Ridge offers six cabins for travelers. They are all situated near a ridge; however, flora surrounds each unit for privacy. Each cabin has a private deck, private bathroom, private bedroom with a queen-sized bed and a queen sleeper sofa in the main area. Each kitchen includes a stove, oven, refrigerator, pots, pans, utensils and complimentary coffee and tea.
- Aside from the views from the large cabin windows, guests also can enjoy a plethora of activities in the surrounding area. Flight-seeing tips, tours via airplane and adventures among the scenic mountains and rivers are among the options. Cold weather fans engage in glacier hiking and climbing activities, while regular hiking is available for those who want to stay a bit warmer. Water lovers go river rafting with Copper Oar Rafting and the Saint Elias Alpine Guide.
- Currant Ridge does not offer a restaurant on the premises; however, guests have kitchens in their cabins. No restaurants are located in the town of McCarthy, either; however, nearby villages have their fair share. Meiers Lake Roadhouse is found in Glenallen, on the southern outskirts of the town. In Copper Center, several miles away from the cabins, are both the Copper Center Lodge and the Great Alaskan Freeze.
- Rates vary by year, so potential guests should call 877-647-2442 for that information. Basic rates as of 2010 start at $189 for up to two people, with additional charges for more people. Currant Ridge offer discounts for large groups, as well as for extended-stay visitors. Guests are required to pay a 50 percent deposit before checking in. However, if they make reservations within 30 days before check in, full payment is required. Check-in time is between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and check-out time is 10:30 a.m.