Nancy Lake State Recreation Site

The feel

This is a small lakeside campground of 30 sites on 36 acres, right at milepost 66.5 on the Parks Highway, about a 90-minute drive north of Anchorage. It is the gateway to Nancy Lake canoe country.

The land around it was scoured by glaciers, and the ice retreated about 9,000 years ago. It left elongated deposits called drumlins and hundreds of lakes and ponds. There is a boat launch, 15 picnic sites and a picnic shelter, and fishing is the main activity besides camping.

What to expect

Layout and setting

30 campsites on 36 acres beside the lake, with 15 picnic sites, a picnic shelter, toilets, water and a boat launch.

Check-in and stay

Camping limit is 15 days.

Parking and rig size

There is no RV size limit.

Fees and reservations

$20 per night. Sites are first come, first served, with no online reservations.

Bathrooms and water

Toilets and water are on site.

Season and access

May to September. The entrance is at milepost 66.5 on the Parks Highway.

Mingo says

Use this site as a base for exploring the canoe country beyond it. With only 30 sites, plan to claim one in person.

Before you go

• Bring your own firewood, since none is provided.
• Expect first come, first served camping with no online reservations.
• Call the DNR Public Information Center at (907) 269-8400 with questions.

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