2
Total Campsites
Campground
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Reservable Sites
Mostly first-come
2
Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About Paxson Lake Campground
Overview 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 = $15 drive in site; $6/Walk in site; Federal Senior Pass half price. Recreation BLM Alaska Recreation Guide Facilities BLM Alaska Recreation Guide 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. Nearby Attractions Denali Highway Info Gulkana Wild and Scenic River Denali Highway contact_info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (907) 822-3217.
- 2 total campsites listed.
- Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
- 2 accessible campsites listed.
- Most common site type: standard nonelectric (1).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes Paxson Lake Campground special
Perched along the Richardson Highway at Milepost 175, Paxson Lake Campground offers a front-row seat to one of Interior Alaska's most stunning lake and mountain panoramas. The campground sits on the shore of Paxson Lake, a deep glacial jewel framed by the rugged peaks of the Alaska Range, where the water shifts between shades of steel blue and emerald depending on the light and season. This is a campground built for those who come to explore the water. A large, well-maintained boat launch makes it easy to get out on the lake, whether you are fishing for lake trout, grayling, and burbot, or simply paddling along the shoreline to take in the scenery. RV travelers will appreciate the accessible layout and generous site spacing, while tent campers will find plenty of spots that feel tucked into the boreal forest of spruce and birch. The surrounding area is rich with opportunity. The Denali Highway, one of Alaska's most scenic gravel roads, intersects nearby, opening up miles of backcountry exploration, berry picking, and wildlife viewing. Moose, caribou, and the occasional grizzly bear are part of the neighborhood. The camping season here runs from roughly late May through mid-September, with June and July offering the longest daylight hours, including those mesmerizing Alaskan evenings that never quite go dark. Come prepared for cool nights and changeable weather, and you will find Paxson Lake to be one of the most rewarding stops on the Richardson Highway corridor.
Campsite Inventory
2 sites to choose from
STANDARD NONELECTRIC
0
Reservable
1
Accessible
WALK TO
0
Reservable
1
Accessible
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Everything you need to know before your trip to Paxson Lake Campground.
How do reservations work for Paxson Lake Campground?
Reservation availability for Paxson Lake Campground can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at Paxson Lake Campground?
Paxson Lake Campground currently lists STANDARD NONELECTRIC (1), WALK TO (1).
Where is Paxson Lake Campground located?
Paxson Lake Campground is in Alaska near Glennallen . Coordinates: 62.8835, -145.5248.
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