Susitna Landing

The feel

Susitna Landing is the mid-Susitna state launch and campground at the Kashwitna mouth, off the Parks Highway. The campground has 69 sites, and the site is staffed in summer. Drift boats fish the water for Chinook, sockeye, coho, rainbow trout and northern pike, using spin and bait gear.

It is a clean state-standard facility and a popular alternative to Deshka for the middle river. The state owns the site and a concessionaire runs it. Crowds are medium.

What to expect

Water and access

A boat launch and 69-site campground sit at the Kashwitna and Susitna confluence off the Parks Highway.

Species and timing

Chinook (king), sockeye, coho (silver), rainbow trout and northern pike. Sockeye run in July at 4-7 lb, and coho in August at 6-12 lb.

Methods and gear

Drift boat, spin and bait.

License and rules

King retention is frequently closed, so check the current rules before you fish.

Crowds and best time

Medium crowds.

Bathrooms and water

Showers and fish-cleaning tables are on site.

Season and access

June through September, staffed in summer.

Mingo says

Aim for July if you want sockeye and August if you want coho. Do not count on keeping a king, since retention is often closed.

Before you go

• Budget about $20 per boat to launch and $12 dry to $24 electric for camping, and confirm the fees before you arrive.
• Call the Sport Fish Information Center in Anchorage at (907) 267-2218 to check the current rules.
• Clean your catch at the on-site fish-cleaning tables.

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