Morgan's Landing Campground

The feel

Morgan's Landing is a state parks campground on 279 acres inside the Kenai River Special Management Area, with 51 campsites and one picnic site at each. The fishing here is from the shoreline, and the stretch is closed to fishing from boats May through July.

Kenai kings often weigh 50 to over 85 pounds. Bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, moose, caribou, wolves and bears all share the area.

What to expect

Water and access

Shoreline fishing on the Kenai River. From Sterling Highway milepost 83, follow Scout Lake Loop about 3 miles until it becomes Lou Morgan Road, then go 2.1 miles to the campground.

Species and timing

Sockeye June to August, pink salmon July to September, coho July to November, and Dolly Varden and rainbow trout year-round.

Methods and gear

Shoreline fishing only from May through July; no boat fishing in those months.

License and rules

Closed to fishing from boats May through July. Camping is limited to 7 days.

Parking

A daily parking fee applies. The RV size limit is 35 feet.

Hazards

Bears, moose and wolves are in the area.

Bathrooms and water

Accessible toilets are on site.

Season and access

Campsites are first come, first served, with no online reservations.

Mingo says

Aim for June through August for sockeye, then July onward for pinks and coho. Rainbow trout and Dolly Varden are around year-round.

Before you go

• Show up without a reservation; sites are first come, first served and there is no online booking.
• Keep your rig within the 35 feet limit and plan to stay no more than 7 days.
• Call the DNR Public Information Center at (907) 269-8400 with questions.

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