The McKellar Cabin Trail is a relaxing 15-minute interpretive trail on a mostly shaded path. It begins next to the post office at Stehekin Landing.

The 0.2 miles (0.3 km) trail is a beautiful stroll in the woods, starting and ending within the landing area at Stehekin. Along the trail are many interpretive signs about the history, culture, and resources of Stehekin, along with descriptions of native trees and plants.

The McKellar cabin was built in the early 1930s by Jack Blankenship, a local craftsman who built many homes and buildings in Stehekin, including the Golden West Lodge (now the Golden West Visitor Center) and the “House that Jack Built.” The McKellar cabin is typical of Stehekin log homes that date back to the late 1800s, using logs cleared from the site of the house.

On the trail, visitors can find examples of conservation practices that connect Stehekin’s past Native American plant use and homesteading methods to the present. Learn about how log cabins were built, how people got their water, and how they disposed of their waste. Visitors will see remains of past utility structures and can read how it compares to Stehekin life and operations today.

The trail runs next to buildings that are still being used as private residences. Please respect private property.