The lodge at Kennicott

The lodge was a reconstruction of one that was in the same spot and burned down about 1985. The lodge was sold and the new owner obtained the blueprints and built it back with some additions. The main lodge was two stories, built on a hill we needed to climb about two stories to reach the small lobby area. The dining hall was in the center and our package had all meals included. Matt was given special vegetarian meals. One night we had prime rib and the next bbq ribs and chicken. We were served family style and assigned tables to mingle with the other guests. The restrooms were down the hall from the rooms and so were the showers. The lobby had a gas fireplace going even in late May. The rooms and hallways were decorated mainly with antique magazine ads and small items such as kitchen tools.

The front had a long porch where we ate lunch one day. It overlooked the main street of about six small stores and vendors who led hikes, etc. The National Park office was at the far end. It was originally the town store and was still set up as such. The friendly rangers helped Don with bird questions.