STF Akka mountain cabin in the summer time.

STF Mountain cabins

Staying overnight in a Mountain Cabin is perfect for those who want to venture further into the mountains. There is no electricity or running water here, and your stay becomes a striking contrast to everyday life. On this page, we have gathered all the information about our Mountain Cabins.

What is a mountain cabin?

The Swedish Tourist Association’s mountain cabins are located in scenic settings along the Swedish mountain range and are intended for overnight stays for anyone exploring the mountains on foot or skis. The cabins are situated far from roads and settlements along hiking and ski trails. The distance between cabins is approximately 10–20 kilometres, which corresponds to a full day’s journey.

The cabins have no electricity, running water, toilets or showers. A stay here is all about enjoying a simpler way of life and, above all, experiencing a real contrast to everyday routines. Everyone also helps out by fetching water, chopping wood and lighting the stove. Many mountain cabins have small shops where you can buy basic food supplies and toiletries, but not all of them do. Plan your trip carefully to make sure you bring enough food.

In our mountain cabins, you will be welcomed by a cabin host who will show you around and explain how everything works. Overnight stays are in bunk beds, and you will be assigned a bed upon arrival. Duvets and pillows are provided, but it is mandatory to bring your own sleeping bag, sleeping bag liner or duvet cover. You should also bring your own fitted sheet and pillowcase to ensure that all bedding is fully covered.

Good to know about mountain cabins

Prices, booking & payment in cabins

Here you will find information about prices, booking and payment in Mountain cabins.

STF Mountain shops

STF makes it possible to stock up along your mountain trek. In selected mountain cabins, you’ll find shops offering essential and popular products.

Waste management in mountain cabins

Waste management beyond accessible roads is a complex issue. Those of us spending time in the sensitive mountain environment need to work together to make it function.

Packing list – multi-day hike

When hiking between mountain cabins, you don’t need to carry a tent or cooking equipment and can instead focus your energy on the experiences along the way.

Packing list backcountry skiing – multi-day trip

A multi-day backcountry ski tour takes you deep into the winter landscape.

All about mountain safety

With the right knowledge, your time in the mountains will be both safer and more enjoyable.

Mountain cabin opening hours

The mountain cabins’ opening hours are divided into two seasons. The winter season runs from late February to the end of April or early May. The summer season varies from midsummer to mid or late September. During both the summer and winter seasons, the cabins’ opening hours vary depending on the area and trail routes.

The cabin hosts work on a voluntary basis from early morning until late evening. They are, of course, there to look after you as a guest, but keep in mind that they often take a break in the middle of the day. The minimum opening hours are 8-10 a.m. and 4-8 p.m., but many hosts keep the cabin open longer, especially if there are multiple hosts on duty. If you need to leave the cabin early in the morning, it’s wise to stock up and make your purchases the day before.

Current opening hours can be found on each mountain cabin’s webpage under Contact and opening hours.

Safety room always open

When the mountain cabins are closed, an emergency room is available at each cabin (except in Abisko, Grövelsjön, and Vakkotavare) for use in case of an emergency. This room is not intended for overnight stays during planned trips, but only for emergencies. If you plan a mountain tour when the cabins are closed, you must bring a tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, camping stove, and food for the entire trip. All emergency rooms are very basic. Emergency phones, which connect directly to rescue services and the police, are available in some of these rooms, but not all.

Emergency shelter – not for overnight stays

In the mountains, there are many emergency shelters where you can take cover and rest for a while. These cabins are intended for temporary stops and cannot be booked or reserved. On site, you will find a stove, firewood and sometimes an outhouse, but overnight stays and the use of firewood are only permitted in emergency situations. There must always be space in the shelter for anyone in need of a roof over their head. This may sometimes mean that those who have been indoors for a while need to make room for others.

Stay at the best price as a member

As a member, you always get a discounted rate when booking through STF’s channels. The discount is SEK 50 per night at hostels, guesthouses and hotels, and SEK 100 per night at mountain stations and mountain cabins. For children, the discount is SEK 25 per night on the regular child rate.

Become a member

Your digital membership card in the mountains

When you have booked at the member price and arrive at the accommodation for check-in, please show your digital membership card. You can download it by logging into the app “STF Medlemskort”. Make sure to download the card before your mountain hike so that you can access it even without an internet connection.

Having trouble downloading the app? You can also download your digital membership card from My Pages when logged in on the website. Alternatively, you can use the welcome letter you received by post, through Kivra, or by email as proof of membership.