Fielding Lake State Recreation Site Campground

The feel

Fielding Lake is a rustic, high alpine campground with 17 sites on 605 acres at Mile 200.5 of the Richardson Highway, near Isabel Pass. At 2,973 feet in the Alaska Range, it sits above tree line with big mountain views.

The lake holds Arctic grayling, lake trout and burbot, all natural fish rather than stocked ones, and there is a boat launch. Ice sometimes remains on the lake until July. Garbage service is no longer available at the campground.

What to expect

Layout and setting

17 campsites on 605 acres above tree line at 2,973 feet, with a rustic setup, picnic sites, toilets and a boat launch.

Check-in and stay

The camping limit is 15 days.

Parking and rig size

No hookups.

Fees and reservations

First come, first served; campsites cannot be reserved and there are no online reservations.

Hazards

Weather is a factor at this elevation, higher than most Interior sites. Ice sometimes remains on the lake until July.

Bathrooms and water

Toilets on site. No piped water, so bring your own drinking water.

Season and access

Roughly mid June to mid September, weather dependent. A public-use cabin is available by reservation.

Mingo says

Expect weather to decide your dates at this height. Ice can linger on the lake into July, so late arrivals find open water.

Before you go

• Arrive without a reservation; sites are first come, first served at $15 per vehicle.
• Bring drinking water, since there is no piped water.
• Pack out your garbage, because garbage service is no longer available.
• Check fishing regulations before launching a boat; the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation public information line is (907) 269-8400.

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