RTP Grant Application - Twin Coves Public Use Cabin

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, in partnership with Haines Huts and Trails and Alaska State Parks, is issuing a public notice for a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant to fund the design and construction of a 14 × 16 ft public‑use cabin on the Ayiklutu Trail in Chilkat State Park. The cabin will accommodate up to six occupants and is intended to improve trail accessibility for families, elders, and users without traditional camping gear. The project is scheduled to begin on 1 May 2027 and conclude by 30 Oct 2028, providing roughly 18 months of construction and commissioning work. The grant seeks to lower barriers to outdoor recreation and aligns with the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. • Location: Twin Coves area, Ayiklutu Trail, Chilkat State Park, Haines, Alaska • Scope: Design, permitting, site preparation, construction of a 14 × 16 ft cabin (incl. foundation, framing, roofing, utilities, furnishings) • Timeline: May 2027 – Oct 2028 (≈ 18 months) • Funding: RTP grant (amount not disclosed) • Target users: General public, families, seniors, non‑technical campers • Contact: Haines Huts and Trails, (907) 302‑6050, [email protected] • Public comment deadline: 30 Oct 2026 (no bid or proposal deadline stated)