FROG LAKE BACKCOUNTRY HUTS
FAQ

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Question: Are pets allowed?
Answer: Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in the huts

Question: Is day-use allowed at Frog Lake?
Answer: Yes, Frog Lake and the surrounding terrain is open year-round to the public for non-motorized use. The huts themselves are only available to overnight guests, however.

Question: Is smoking allowed?
Answer: Smoking or vaping is not allowed inside the huts.

Question: Can I drive/motorcycle/atv/snowmobile to Frog Lake?
Answer: Access to and recreation at Frog Lake is non-motorized only.

Question: Will my cell phone work at the Frog Lake Backcountry Huts?
Answer: Coverage is OK but can be spotty and dependent on service provider.

Question: What is the huts’ cancellation policy?
Answer: Click here for the complete cancellation policy (scroll down on the left side)

Question: What are check in and check out times?
Answer: Click here for complete check in and check out instructions (scroll down on the left side)

Question: What services do the hutmaster provide?
Answer: Our hutmasters are onsite to make your visit safe and enjoyable, and to make you feel at home. During storms, they move, blow, and shovel a ridiculous amount of snow. They are very knowledgeable about the surrounding terrain and love talking all things backcountry. They are not waiters, cooks, guides or maids.

Question: What bedding is provided? What else do I need to bring?
Answer: Mattresses are provided, but you will need to bring your own sleeping bag or quilt. Click here for a complete suggested gear list.

Question: Are drones allowed?
Answer: Drones are not allowed without express written permission from Truckee Donner Land Trust on any Land Trust properties - click here to learn more.

Question: Are there showers, or can I bathe in Frog Lake?
Answer: Showers are not available at the Frog Lake Backcountry Huts. In the summer, Frog Lake is great to jump in for a refreshing dip, but please do not use soap – biodegradable or otherwise – in the lake, as they can still negatively impact the water quality. Learn more here.

Other Information

Truckee Donner Land Trust and its hutmasters are not responsible for loss, damages or claims to property of guests due to fire, theft, accident or any other cause. The management also reserves the right to refuse service to anyone. Fireworks or discharging firearms are prohibited.

Miscellaneous

  • Smoking or fires of any kind inside buildings is prohibited.

  • Sorry, dogs are not allowed.

  • Ski boot are not allowed inside buildings except in mud rooms.

  • Check in time is 1:00 pm. Checkout is 10:00 am.

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