Overview
Discovery Campground sits at Mile 39 of the Kenai Spur Highway within Captain Cook State Recreation Area, offering 53 wooded sites along Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula near Cook Inlet. Managed by Alaska State Parks, it’s surrounded by spruce and birch with access to Stormy Lake and the inlet’s beaches, featuring picnic tables, fire rings, and trails. This campground is a quiet retreat for campers looking to fish, hike, or explore the Kenai’s coastal landscapes, with Nikiski’s solitude just minutes away.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 39 Kenai Spur Highway, near Nikiski, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via the paved Kenai Spur Highway; it’s about a 4-hour drive southwest from Anchorage or 30 minutes north from Kenai.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, typical for Alaska State Parks.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 53 sites, suitable for tents and RVs.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring; some sites are wheelchair-accessible.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for trout in Stormy Lake, hike trails to Cook Inlet beaches, or enjoy a campfire in the forest.
- Nearby Attractions: Captain Cook State Recreation Area offers beachcombing and wildlife viewing; Kenai, a short drive south, provides the Kenai River and visitor services.
