Book your stay at the Tolovana Roadhouse
Overview
The Tolovana Roadhouse is a remote, off-grid lodge located on the northern shore of the Tanana River, just south of the Minto Flats Wildlife Refuge. Approximately fifty miles by trail from Nenana in the winter, the Roadhouse offers visitors a chance to experience the incredible wilderness of interior Alaska while staying in one of the last remaining roadhouses from Alaska’s Gold Rush era – a true piece of living history.
The lodge and cabin are heated with firewood. The common room holds a simple kitchen with a propane range, basic cookware and dishes, and a large table & chairs for shared meals. Firewood and propane are provided. Water must be melted or hauled. A shared outhouse is available a short walk from the lodge and cabin.
Visitors are responsible for their own transportation to the roadhouse. The trail is appropriate for snowmachine, dog team, ski and fat-bike. Trailheads are available in Nenana (50 miles) Manley Hot Springs (30 miles) and via the Dunbar Trail from Ester/Goldstream (65+). A landing strip is available for ski-planes later in the season. Current trail information will be provided with your reservation. The roadhouse can be accessed in the summer via the Tanana River from Nenana or Manley Hot Springs.
The common room is open to all trail travelers, and remains unlocked at all times. We ask that anyone utilizing the roadhouse common room for this purpose consider making a donation towards its preservation. While group rentals of the entire roadhouse are available, the open door policy remains in effect.
Rental Specifics
Bunk Room
The Bunk Room is a large hostel-style common room with three small curtained semi-private spaces with beds and a larger open area for cots. It is heated with a woodstove. Indoor access to the East Room is through the Bunk Room.
East Room
The East Room is a private room for families or small groups. It has its own wood stove, and contains one queen and one single bed. There is space for three additional cots, for a maximum capacity of six. The room can be accessed indoors through the bunk room, and has its own exterior door.
The Handler Cabin
The Handler Cabin is a separate, private 12×12 cabin with one full sized bed. It is approximately 150 feet from the Roadhouse. Rental of this space includes use of the common room & sauna. There is also a 2-burner coleman camp stove in the cabin for convenience. The Handler Cabin holds a maximum of two people.
Group Rentals
2026 Winter/Spring Rates
| Bunk Room (Common) | Per Night |
|---|---|
| Single Bed | $50 |
| Double Bed | $75 |
| Cot | $25 |
| East Room (Private) - Max 6 | Per Night |
|---|---|
| First 3 people | $200 |
| Each additional | $50 |
| Handler Cabin (Private) - Max 2 | $100 |
|---|
| Group Rentals - Max 17 | Per Night |
|---|---|
| Roadhouse (Bunk & East Rooms) Max 15 Beds: 3x twin, 1x full, 1x queen Cots: 8 available |
$500 (up to seven) $50 per additional person |
| Include Handler Cabin (+2) | + $100 |
Amenities and Safety
Propane and firewood are provided. Wood splitting implements and shovels are available. A few propane and battery-powered lanterns are available, however electric power is not. Additional headlamps, lanterns and battery banks to recharge your devices are recommended. Fuel is not available and snowmachine travelers must plan to bring sufficient fuel for their return trip.
Expect to share this space with other travelers and practice common courtesy by keeping spaces tidy and dishes clean. Be prepared with sufficient supplies for your group in case of inclement weather. Most cell carriers do not have service, and internet is not available.
Trails are irregularly maintained, and travel can be hazardous. While we strive to provide updated information on travel conditions, travelers are responsible for understanding the hazards of backcountry travel, being prepared, and being aware of their own experience level and personal limitations. The nearest definitive emergency medical care is in Fairbanks, and evacuation can be delayed for hours to days depending on weather conditions.
Refund & Weather Policy
Reservations
100% of the total fee is due at the time of booking.
Cancellation Refund Policy
95% (5% booking fee) if cancelled up to 30 days prior to reservation.
50% if canceled 28-14 days prior.
No refund if cancelled less than 14 days from reservation.
Weather & Trail Related Cancelations
Weather related cancellation situations include ice storm/winter weather events in which the Parks Highway is closed OR the official temperature in Nenana (airport) is at or below -40F @ 8am day-of travel.
25% refund, 75% credited towards future reservation, good for two years. Credit transferable to another party.
Note: While we strive to provide accurate trail reports prior to your trip, we cannot guarantee trail conditions during the regular season. You are responsible for assessing your own abilities and comfort level with the variable conditions you may encounter when traveling in the backcountry.
100% refund for trail related cancellations in shoulder-seasons (November/December and March/April) when the trail is not passable due to temperature and ice conditions.
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