Finger Lake State Recreation Site

The feel

This is a leafy lake camp in the Mat-Su Valley near Palmer, framed by the Chugach front range. It has a swimming beach and a canoe launch, and the lake holds Rainbow, Arctic Char and Grayling.

The park covers 69 acres, with 24 campsites plus premium campsites and 2 group-use camping areas. Paddle craft rentals, tours and classes are available from Paddle Sports by True North AK.

What to expect

Layout and setting

69 acres on Finger Lake with 24 campsites, premium campsites and 2 group-use camping areas, with a swimming beach and canoe launch.

Check-in and stay

Camping limit is 7 days.

Fees and reservations

$25/night. A limited number of campsites can be reserved online from June 1 through August 31, depending on camp host and staff availability; several 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

Campsites are typically open from mid-May through mid-September. The entrance is at 7278 E. Bogard Road, 0.7 mile west of the Trunk Road/Bogard Road intersection, between Palmer and Wasilla.

Mingo says

Book online if you want a sure site, since only a limited number can be reserved. The rest go to whoever arrives first.

Before you go

• Reserve online at reservealaskastateparks.com/park/21 for a bookable site, or call the park at (907) 745-8950.
• Bring firewood, since none is provided.
• Run motors only between 8:00am and 11:00pm, with a muffler, and stay at no-wake speed within 100 feet of shore.

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