Diamond Creek Yurt

This quaint little yurt at the Diamond Creek State Recreation Site is an easy-to-get-to get-a-way for the rustic at heart. With immediate access to both hiking and biking trails, guests will get fantastic views of Kachemak Bay and Cook Inlet and their mountains and volcanoes.

Managed and maintained by Homer Cycling Club, all proceeds will go directly back into the upkeep of trails and Park facilities. As of winter 2026, the yurt is now insulated and heated, with propane provided during the winter months! For heat in the summer/busy season, you can bring your own propane.

mid-May thru mid-September
$75 per night (NON-REFUNDABLE)
no propane on site

mid-September thru mid-May
$100 per night (NON-REFUNDABLE)
propane provided

CONDITIONS REPORT, 4/21/2026: The road to the lower lot is presently closed due to spring breakup conditions. Parks has gated the road to help preserve the road’s integrity. Trail conditions are wet and muddy. Hiking is OK, but biking is discouraged at this time to avoid long-lasting and hard to fix damage to the tread. Given the immediate forecast, we’ll be in May before the dirt starts to stabilize.

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  • The Diamond Creek State Recreation Site is located on the south side of the Sterling Highway at mile post 167. Drive 1 mile down the gravel road, and then proceed by bike or foot 1/4 mile beyond the boulders. Here’s a google pin for reference.

  • 6 people. There are 2 bunks, lower bunk is a double, upper bunk is a single. No additional tents may be used without a Special Use Permit from State Parks.

  • It’s recommended you bring water to drink. There is a rain barrel for spring, fall and summer, the water from which should be treated. In the winter, snow may or may not be present and water sources will likely be solid ice.

  • The yurt is now fully insulated with provided propane heat available from mid-September thru mid-May. Please bring appropriate gear for ambient temperature. No additional heat source may be used inside the yurt.

  • Do not cut down standing trees, alive or dead, for firewood. It is recommended users bring firewood from home. Make sure all fires are completely out.

  • All pets must be leashed or tethered while on Parks property. Please clean up after your pets.

  • Cook all food outside of the yurt on the deck. Store anything with odors (ie. food, toothpaste, sunscreen, etc.) in the bear box/job box provided.

  • It is the users responsibility to pack out any garbage and belongings. Please leave the yurt cleaner than you found it.