Big Lake South State Recreation Site

The feel

This camp sits on the shore of the Mat-Su's busiest recreation lake, with boats, floatplanes and summer sun. People come to fish, boat, waterski, jet ski and swim.

The site covers 22 acres with 20 campsites and 10 picnic sites. It has a boat launch and a swimming beach, with accessible toilets and water on site. The park is on the right about 7 miles down S. Big Lake Road from the Parks Highway.

What to expect

Layout and setting

22 acres on Big Lake with 20 campsites, 10 picnic sites, a boat launch and a swimming beach.

Check-in and stay

Camping limit is 7 days.

Parking and rig size

A daily parking fee applies.

Fees and reservations

$20/night. All campsites are first-come, first-served.

Bathrooms and water

Accessible toilets and water on site. Firewood is not provided, so bring your own.

Season and access

May-Sep. The address is 4678 S Big Lake Road. From mile 52.3 on the Parks Highway, take S. Big Lake Road about 7 miles and the park is on the right.

Mingo says

Summer is the season for this lake, when the boats and floatplanes are out. Show up without a reservation plan, since every site is first come.

Before you go

• Leave alcohol at home, since no alcoholic beverages are allowed.
• Bring firewood, because none is provided.
• Call (907) 745-3975 with questions about the site.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.