Paxson Lake Campground
Paxson Lake Campground MP 175 Richardson Hwy Large boat launch and parking area for 70 vehicles, toilet, boater registration stand and information panels. RV Dump station – $10 fee for non-campers. 50 campsites First Loop: 20 camp sites, universally accessible toilets, one hand pump well, rules/map panels and bulletin boards, and boardwalk to lake. Second Loop: 20 camp sites, 10 walk in sites, toilets (1 universally accessible), rules/map panels and bulletin boards. Trail and bridge across the creek between the two loops. Fee Station: Per night = $20 all sites; Federal Senior Pass half price.
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Site mix
| Walk-in | 1 |
| Standard, no hookups | 1 |
Amenities & rules
| Fees | Fee's Per night = $20 for overnight use. The Paxson Lake Campground opening and closing dates are weather dependent and may vary from season to season. |
| Stay limit | 14 day stay limit per 60 day period |
| Accessibility | Sites Walk To, Standard Site are listed accessible |
This recreation site provides 50 campsites (which includes a host site, two accessible campsites and ten walk-in camping sites), picnic tables and fire rings. Other amenities within the facility include six double vaulted toilets (three accessible), numerous bear-proof trash receptacles and food lockers, parking for vehicles and trailers, a paved boat launch, potable water, a sanitary dump station, accessible trails, picnic area, boater information cabin, and interpretive panels dispersed throughout the site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Enter the campground on the west side of milepost 175 Richardson Highway
| Nearest town | Glennallen, Alaska |
| Coordinates | 62.8835° N, 145.5248° W · Directions ↗ |
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Natural features
Paxson Lake Campground is located at MP 175 of the Richardson Highway near the shore of Paxson Lake. The campground has 50 camp sites, including 2 accessible sites and 10 walk-in sites. All campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and have access to water, picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms. Fees: $15/night for regular, $6/night for walk-in site. The campground's boat launch is the starting point for those floating the main branch of the Gulkana Wild and Scenic River. Located in the 1st loop of Paxson Campground is a foot trail shore access to the lake and boat mooring area.
Recreation
BLM Alaska Recreation Guide
Nearby
Denali Highway Info Gulkana Wild and Scenic River Denali Highway
Guidebooks for Alaska
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Paxson Lake Campground?
No. Paxson Lake Campground is first-come, first-served. Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.
Source: How first-come camping works
How much does it cost to camp at Paxson Lake Campground?
Fee's Per night = $20 for overnight use. The Paxson Lake Campground opening and closing dates are weather dependent and may vary from season to season.
How many sites does Paxson Lake Campground have?
2 sites, including 1 walk-in site and 1 standard site without power.
Source: Site mix
Are there showers or a dump station at Paxson Lake Campground?
Other amenities within the facility include six double vaulted toilets (three accessible), numerous bear-proof trash receptacles and food lockers, parking for vehicles and trailers, a paved boat launch, potable water, a sanitary dump station, accessible trails, picnic area, boate
Source: Amenities & rules
How long can I stay at Paxson Lake Campground?
14 day stay limit per 60 day period
Are there accessible sites at Paxson Lake Campground?
Sites Walk To and Standard Site are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Is there cell service at Paxson Lake Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the nearest town to Paxson Lake Campground?
Glennallen, Alaska. Denali Highway Info Gulkana Wild and Scenic River Denali Highway
Source: Getting there
What if Paxson Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Tangle Lakes Campground (19.1 mi, first-come), Sourdough Creek Campground (24.6 mi, first-come), and Kendesnii Campground (75.8 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby