Eklutna Lake Campground

The feel

Eklutna Lake is a glacier-fed turquoise lake ringed by peaks, with a paved trail hugging the shore. The campground has pull-in sites in the spruce, 50 campsites in all, with water, latrines, picnic tables and fire pits.

Near the trailhead parking area, interpretive displays and a telescope let you watch wildlife and lake activity. Summer visitors hike, bike, ride horses, climb, picnic, fish, boat and ride ATVs, and winter brings cross-country skiing, dog mushing and snowmobiling.

What to expect

Layout and setting

50 campsites with water, latrines, picnic tables and fire pits, plus an overflow camping area of 15 sites. The sites are pull-in sites in the spruce, and the facilities are accessible to people with physical disabilities.

Check-in and stay

Camping is allowed for 15 consecutive nights.

Parking and rig size

RV length limit is 30 ft. Parking is $5.

Fees and reservations

$20/site. All individual campsites are first come, first served. Group Camping Areas A and B are reservable for $150 per night, and the Lake Pavilion is $30.

Bathrooms and water

Latrines and water are on site.

Season and access

The camping season is May to September. From the Glenn Highway at mile 26.5, take the Eklutna turn-off and follow Eklutna Lake road to the end.

Mingo says

Come in May through September, when the campground season runs. Individual sites cannot be booked ahead, so arrive ready to claim one.

Before you go

• Bring $20 for the site and $5 for parking.
• Keep your rig within the 30 ft RV length limit.
• Reserve Group Camping Areas A and B online if your group needs them.
• Call 907-269-8400 with questions.

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