Overview
Lower Salamander Creek Rec Site offers 3 sheltered, tent-only sites near Salamander Creek on Wrangell Island, a short walk from the road in Alaska’s Tongass National Forest. Managed by the U.S. Forest Service, it’s surrounded by old-growth spruce and hemlock with a small sandy beach along the creek, featuring covered picnic shelters and a vault toilet. This campground is a peaceful retreat for campers looking to fish, enjoy the forest, or explore Wrangell’s coastal attractions, all accessible from this quiet Southeast Alaska island.
Location & Access
- Location: Off a road on Wrangell Island, near Wrangell, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via a 700-foot gravel path from a parking area off a local road; Wrangell Island is accessible by ferry from the Alaska Marine Highway or by air.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open year-round, though summer offers the easiest conditions.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 3 sites, suitable for tents only.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilet available.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a covered picnic shelter with a table and fire ring.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for trout in Salamander Creek, relax on the small sandy beach, or enjoy a campfire under the shelters.
- Nearby Attractions: Wrangell, a short drive away, offers the Petroglyph Beach State Historic Site, fishing, and boat trips to the Stikine River or Anan Bear Observatory.
