Overview
Byers Lake Campground sits at Mile 147 of the Parks Highway in Denali State Park, offering 73 wooded sites along Byers Lake with views of the Alaska Range. Managed by Alaska State Parks, it’s surrounded by spruce and alpine meadows, featuring vault toilets, a dump station, and kayak rentals for a scenic stay. This campground is a serene base for campers looking to fish for trout, paddle the lake, or hike to Denali vistas, with Talkeetna’s charm a short drive south.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 147 Parks Hwy, near Trapper Creek, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via a short turnoff from the paved Parks Highway; it’s about a 2.5-hour drive north from Anchorage or 1 hour south from Denali National Park.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, typical for Alaska State Parks.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 73 sites, suitable for tents and RVs.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a fire ring; a dump station and kayak rentals are available; some sites are wheelchair-accessible.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for trout or grayling in Byers Lake, paddle kayaks, hike the Byers Lake Loop Trail, or enjoy a campfire with mountain views.
- Nearby Attractions: Denali State Park offers the Kesugi Ridge Trail; Talkeetna, 40 minutes south, provides flightseeing to Denali and river trips.
